Shocking moment the driver is beaten and left with a broken nose in an alleged carjacking attempt – while police search for two men
- CCTV footage shows alleged assault on man, 47
- Police believe the assault was part of an attempted carjacking
- The driver suffered a broken nose and facial injuries
Shocking CCTV footage captured the moment a man was attacked during an alleged attempted carjacking.
The 47-year-old man was allegedly attacked by several men at a gas station in St. Albans, Melbourne’s northwest, at 11:15 p.m. on April 26.
He had filled up his car, paid for the gas at the counter, and was walking back to his car when he was attacked.
CCTV footage shows the man being beaten several times before he manages to break free and run away.
CCTV footage from a gas station in Melbourne’s north west St Albans (pictured) has shown the moment a man was allegedly attacked by three men during an attempted carjacking
He was reportedly dragged to the ground, beaten and kicked in the head numerous times before the group of men fled.
The 47-year-old was later taken to hospital to be treated for facial injuries and a broken nose.
One man has been charged while police have released footage of two others they believe may help them in their investigation.
Police claim the driver was attacked by only one of the men as he opened his door before two more entered.
“It was just a violent act, it was a cowardly act without provocation,” Senior Constable William Daddow told Nine.
“It has no place in our community or our society.”
After the incident, the three men fled.
“It’s obviously a very traumatic experience,” Snr Const. Daddow said.
“Any incident where someone has been attacked in such a violent way leaves a mark on someone.”
The CCTV footage shows a red sedan driving away from a gas station just meters from the incident as it unfolded.
Police have charged a 24-year-old St. Albans man with aggravated attempted carjacking, assault, robbery, intentional harm, assault in companionship, committing a criminal offense while out on bail.
He was sent back to appear before the Magistrate.
Victorian police have released footage of two men (pictured) they believe could help with investigations after the victim was left in hospital with a broken nose and facial injuries
He remains in custody and will appear before Melbourne Magistrate Court on July 24.
“The investigation is still ongoing and detectives have released images of two men who may be able to assist in their investigation,” a Victoria Police press release read.
“It is believed that a number of people were in the area at the time of the attack and the detectives would like to speak to them.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dash cam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au