UPDATE Police seeking to locate man following serious assault LOCATED

Update at 1.05pm Friday, 12 April 2024 - Thank you Canberra, the man we posted about earlier this month has been located and charged with two counts of joint commission recklessly inflict grievous bodily harm, and joint commission intentionally wound. He is expected to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court tomorrow (Saturday, 13 April 2024). 

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ACT Policing is seeking public assistance to locate a man following a serious assault that occurred at a residence in Duffy in February 2024. 

About 8.30pm on Thursday, 29 February 2024, police allege Michael Williams, alongside three other people, attended a residence in Duffy and seriously assaulted two male occupants in the front yard with hammers and a knife. 

As a result of the assault, the two victims sustained serious injuries consistent with grievous bodily harm. 

A 27-year-old man and a 23-year-old man faced court in March 2024 in relation to the assault. 

Following extensive enquiries, ACT Policing is today seeking public assistance to locate Michael Williams. He is considered a threat to the community and should not be approached. 

Anyone that can confirm his whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.  Please quote 7687145. Information can be provided anonymously.   

MEDIA ENQUIRIES  

POLICE MEDIA — (02) 5126 9070,  act-police-media@afp.gov.au