Clayton uniform police have arrested a teenage boy following a stabbing in Clayton this morning.
Police were called to a shopping centre on Blackburn Road to reports a woman had been stabbed, about 7.50am.
It's understood the woman was inside the centre on her way to work when she was stabbed by the unknown male.
A passerby assisted the female and contacted Triple Zero (000).
The 25-year-old Mount Waverly woman was taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition.
The male fled the area but was arrested a short time later at medical centre in Clayton.
The 16-year-old boy, from the Stonnington area, remains in custody and will be interviewed by police.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppers.vic.com.au.
