18 March 2019

Police call for witnesses to serious Palmerston assault

| Lachlan Roberts
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Police are calling for witnesses of a serious assault that occurred in Palmerston to come forward after three people were attacked late on Friday night (15 March).

Around 10:15 pm, police received a call for assistance to an assault occurring in Tamborine Close, Palmerston.

Three victims were transported to hospital, one with critical injuries. A man in his late teens or early twenties was arrested and was later taken to hospital.

Police would like to speak with anyone who saw (or has CCTV footage) of a man in the area of Tamborine Close and surrounding streets prior to 10:15 pm.

The man is described as Caucasian, thin build and with dark hair. He was wearing dark coloured track pants with no shirt or shoes.

Anyone who may have any information that could assist police should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.

Please quote reference 6374403. Information can be provided anonymously.

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