Witnesses sought to unprovoked daylight assault in Woden

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an unprovoked assault that occurred on Saturday (24 June, 2023) at Woden.     

About 3.50pm, police were called to the Woden shopping centre following reports of an elderly man being assaulted by two teens near the Woden Square entrance.    

Centre security staff arrived, and the youths allegedly began assaulting them.     

Soon after, a 16-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy were located by police on Corinna Street and arrested.     

The 16-year-old has been charged with affray, assault, fight in a public place, and three counts of breaching a good behaviour order. Enquiries relating to the 17-year-old are continuing.      

Police have already spoken with several witnesses, but would still like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident who has not yet spoken to police. 

Anyone who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.  Please quote 7465874. Information can be provided anonymously. 

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