A fatal stabbing in Sydney’s western suburb of Mount Druitt has led to additional criminal charges, as investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding the violent incident.

The victim, 36-year-old Joshua Smith, was reportedly attacked near the Club Hotel in Mount Druitt on Friday, October 9, 2026.

Police found the father with serious stab wounds to his torso at a small park behind the hotel shortly before 9 pm. Officers and emergency medical personnel attempted to save his life, but he died at the scene.

Two Additional Men Face Charges

In the latest development, an 18-year-old man from Mulgoa and a 35-year-old man from Mount Druitt were arrested and charged with affray.

Their arrests followed an investigation into the fatal confrontation. Both men were refused bail and are expected to appear before the relevant local court.

Earlier, a 13-year-old boy was charged with murder, breach of bail and an unrelated robbery offence. A 16-year-old boy was also charged with being an accessory after the alleged murder.

Police Examine CCTV Footage

Investigators have examined CCTV recordings that reportedly captured parts of the confrontation before the fatal stabbing.

Police are continuing to investigate how the disagreement escalated into violence and whether additional individuals were involved.

Authorities have appealed to potential witnesses and anyone with relevant video footage to assist with the investigation.

The case remains under investigation, and all accused individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.