Police update 1: Serious assault investigation in Sandgate, QLD

Carseldine detectives have charged a man following the investigation of a serious assault of a man in Sandgate last week.

A 47-year-old Brighton man attended the Carseldine Police Station this afternoon.

It will be alleged on Saturday, October 29, a 73-year-old Bracken Ridge man was punched about the head by another man on Ward Street. He fell to the ground and was punched several more times in the head.

The 73-year-old man sustained bruising and facial injuries and sought treatment in hospital.

The 47-year-old Brighton man has been charged with one count of serious assault person over 60 and one count of trespass. He will appear in the Sandgate Magistrates Court on December 12.

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