Police charge woman after Elizabeth Street assault

Melbourne Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged a woman following an assault in Melbourne’s CBD on 15 April.

Investigators have been told two women were walking along Elizabeth Street when they were allegedly verbally abused by two females and physically assaulted about 5.30pm.

During the assault, one of the victim’s Air Pods was dropped and stolen by a male who was in the vicinity, but not involved in the assault.

The victims received minor injuries and reported the incident to police.

A 21-year-old Melbourne woman has been charged with recklessly cause injury and commit indictable offence while on bail.

She was expected to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court earlier today.

Investigators are still trying to identify the second female involved in the assault.

She is s perceived as Caucasian in appearance, about 20 years old with a skinny build and shoulder length blonde hair.

She was wearing a pink jacket.

The male offender is perceived as Caucasian in appearance, with a solid build and approximately 175cm tall.

He was wearing a black puffer jacket and black backpack

Investigators have released an image of the woman they still wish to speak to about the incident.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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