Three individuals were hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after an alleged axe attack in Victoria. The incident occurred in the Gippsland town of Tyers on Saturday afternoon, around 12:30 pm, according to Victoria Police. The alleged attacker, who is known to the victims, is believed to have arrived at the address and attacked an elderly man and woman, as well as a third person, with an axe. The victims were able to call emergency services, and a specialist air ambulance and road paramedics were dispatched to the scene. According to Ambulance Victoria, a man in his 70s and another in his 40s were transported to the hospital in critical condition. A woman in her 70s was also taken to the hospital in a serious but stable condition. The man who was attacked is believed to have left the property on foot following the incident. Victoria Police launched a large-scale search for the suspect on Saturday and continued the search into Sunday. The man was last seen wearing a black and mustard-colored jacket and carrying a black backpack. Authorities warned that he may be armed with an axe and a handsaw. Police have urged the public not to approach the suspect if seen, but to immediately contact Triple Zero (000) for assistance. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are appealing for any information that could help locate the individual.