Brisbane child accused of stabbing granted bail as court hears allegations of racist bullying

A 16-year-old child accused of stabbing a fellow student has been granted bail after a court heard months of alleged racist abuse.

• The 16-year-old child was arrested after allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old schoolmate on Tuesday.
• Police prosecutor Sgt Shane Stephenson said the attack was "premeditated" and caused life-threatening injuries to the victim's liver.
• Defence lawyer Torik Dib argued the child had been subjected to months of racist harassment and threats on social media.
• Magistrate Mark Howden granted bail and adjourned the case until 3 September.