Perth Assault Charge

Perth Detectives have charged a 20 year old man following an assault in Northbridge on Sunday, 26 July 2020.

It will be alleged that at about 3:55am an altercation occurred between the man and the 19 year old victim on James Street, near Nicks Lane. The victim was punched to the face, causing him to fall and hit his head on the concrete ground.

The accused then left the area, walking north-westerly along James Street.

St John Ambulance officers attended and conveyed the victim to Royal Perth Hospital where he was treated for serious head injuries.

On Thursday 13 August 2020 a 20 year old man was charged with Grievous Bodily Harm. He will appear in the Perth Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 1 September 2020.

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