Opawa dairy owner reopens shop after being stabbed during robbery

StuffThe PressThursday 18 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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Kamlesh Patel has returned to work at his Opawa dairy following a violent robbery where he was stabbed twice in the arm. The 63-year-old, who was hospitalised in serious condition, said the young people allegedly involved in the attack could still have bright futures if they change their ways.

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First reported by Stuff, Thu 18 Dec 2025, 4:00am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 12 hours
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