Boma Achenimie 
The senior Pastor of Christ the Good Shepherd Church, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel alongside some other members of the church has been reportedly stabbed during the church’s service streamed online in Sydney.
Confirming the development, the New South Wales Police said a man was arrested in connection with the incident, adding that four people were injured in the attack.
According to him, a man in his 50s who suffered multiple lacerations was rushed to hospital in a serious condition, along with a man in his 30s.
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A police statement said: “A police operation is underway in Wakeley, following reports of a stabbing.
“Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command attended a location on Welcome Street, Wakeley following reports a number of people were stabbed.
“Officers arrested a male and he is assisting police with inquiries.”
