Two teenagers have been charged over the assault and attempted robbery of a 67-year-old man in Albion Park earlier this month, an attack that was filmed and circulated on social media.
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The victim was walking with his wife on the Princes Highway just after 7pm on Tuesday, February 9 when he was allegedly approached by a man, who asked for a cigarette.
It is alleged the man then pushed the victim to the ground, and punched and kicked him a number of times.
The victim was treated in hospital and later released.
He and his alleged attackers were unknown to one another.
An 18-year-old man was arrested on Friday, February 12 after handing himself in at Lake Illawarra police station.
He was charged with attempted aggravated robbery and assault, and granted strict conditional bail to appear at Port Kembla Local Court next month.
On Sunday, February 14, police also arrested a 13-year-old and charged them with attempted robbery and assault.
They will appear at a Children's Court at a later date.
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Natalie Croxon
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
