Man to face court following unprovoked assault

A 36-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates Court this morning following an alleged unprovoked assault last night. 

About 9.00pm (Thursday, 2 May 2024), the 36-year-old man allegedly approached another man in an Akuna Street Hotel, City, and grabbed him by the neck.

The 36-year-old man then allegedly attempted to drag the man into his hotel room, before allegedly producing a knife and attempting to stab the man. 

About this time, people nearby heard the man calling out for help, and assisted the man, who sustained minor injuries as a result of the alleged assault. 

Police attended a short time later, and arrested the 36-year-old. He will face the ACT Magistrates Court this morning charged with possessing offensive weapon with intent, assault with intent, and forcible confinement. 

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