Police Charge Man After Ferry Assault In Sydney CBD

A man has been charged following an alleged assault onboard a Sydney ferry earlier this month.

About 7.45am on Friday 2 October 2026, police were called to Circular Quay Wharf following reports of an assault onboard a ferry travelling from Darling Point Wharf.

Police were told a 31-year-old man was approached by an unknown man and the pair began arguing.

The 31-year-old man was allegedly punched and sustained an injury to his leg.

Upon arrival at Circular Quay Wharf, the unknown man left the scene prior to the arrival of police.

Police attended Circular Quay Wharf and detectives attached to Sydney City Police Area Command commenced an investigation.

Following inquiries, a 36-year-old man was arrested at Day Street Police Station at 9.15am today (Thursday 15 October 2026).

He was charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was granted conditional bail to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on Wednesday 4 November 2026.

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