Man charged after alleged stabbing at Spotlight store

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Police have charged a 28-year-old man with wounding and assault after a Spotlight staff member was allegedly stabbed at the rear of the Hobart store in northern suburbs on Sunday. Police said the employee approached two men after they allegedly stole an item. A second man was arrested and remains in custody, and the charged man is due to appear in court on Monday.

WHO: Police

WHAT: A 28-year-old man was charged with wounding and assault over an alleged stabbing of a Spotlight staff member; another man was arrested and remains in custody.

WHEN: Reported Sep 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: Hobart's northern suburbs, Tasmania

WHY: The charge followed an alleged stabbing of a Spotlight staff member after the employee approached two men who were accused of stealing an item.

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