Two teenage boys have been charged with murder after the alleged fatal stabbing of a young entrepreneur.
Luke Manassa, 21, and his girlfriend arrived at a home on Driftway Drive in Pemulwuy, greater western Sydney, on June 26 where he was allegedly ambushed and attacked.
Two unknown men, dressed in dark clothing and disguises, allegedly stabbed the 21-year-old entrepreneur with hunting-style knives, NSW Police said.
It is alleged Mr Manassa then got back into his car and drove a short distance before being overcome by his injuries.
Homicide Squad detectives have charged two teenagers over the fatal stabbing of a man in Pemulwuy last week.
Emergency services were called to the home at about 10.45pm that evening regarding reports that a man had been stabbed.
NSW Ambulance paramedics treated Mr Manassa but he could not be revived and died at the scene.
Strike Force Hickety was established and, on Thursday at about 6am, detectives carries out searches in South Penrith, Mt Druitt, and Woodcroft.
Paramedics could not revive 21-year-old Luke Manassa (pictured) after he was allegedly stabbed in his driveway in greater western Sydney
Police have arrested two teenagers who have been charged with murder
An alleged getaway car was seized by NSW Police on Thursday morning
In South Penrith, police arrested a 17-year-old boy who was taken to Penrith Police Station.
He has been charged with murder and failure to comply with digital evidence access order direction.
Officers also arrested a 16-year-old boy in Mt Druitt, who was taken to Mt Druitt Police Station and charged with murder.
Both are linked to western Sydney street gangs and were refused bail. They are due to appear in children’s court on Friday.
During the search warrant in Woodcroft, police seized what they will allege was used as the getaway car from a separate residence.
The investigation continues. No motive has been established so far.
Mr Manassa’s family own a demolition company and the aspiring businessman had studied property economics at UTS.
He described himself as a young businessman on a podcast last year and discussed his entrepreneurial endeavors and ‘side hustles’ like selling designer sneakers.
On a podcast last year, Mr Manassa (pictured) discussed his entrepreneurial endeavors and ‘side hustles’ like selling designer sneakers
‘I knew what I wanted to do for a long time. I wasn’t concerned with much else,’ he said.
There has been an outpouring from the community, including Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral in Harris Park, Sydney.
‘With deep sorrow, we announce the passing into eternal life of Luke James Manassa from Blouza who died in Sydney,’ the notice on its social media said.
‘May the Souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.’
Basketball club Inner West Bulls also said their thoughts were with Ms Manassa’s family.
‘We remember Luke not only for his talent, but for the kindness, energy, and brotherhood he brought to the team,’ the Facebook post said.
‘He was a valued member of the Bulls – strong, kind, and respected by all who knew him. We will carry your memory on the court, always.
‘You will be deeply missed by the entire Bulls community.’
