Police lay charges after serious assault at Douglas

A man has been charged following an altercation in Douglas last night which left another man in a critical condition in hospital.

It will be alleged at about 11.45pm a 20-year-old male struck a 21-year-old man causing him to fall and hit his head on the ground along James Cook Drive.

Police attended at the scene and spoke with witnesses and the 21-year-old man was transported to Townsville Hospital in a critical condition.

A 20-year-old Rosslea man was arrested today and charged with grievous bodily harm.

He is due to appear in Townsville Magistrates Court on August 3.

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You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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