Girl struck by costumed entertainer at Melbourne Halloween event
A 44-year-old man in a werewolf costume punched a 12-year-old girl after she hit his arm at a Melbourne restaurant.
A 12-year-old girl was punched in the face by a 44-year-old man in a werewolf costume during Halloween celebrations at a Melbourne restaurant. The girl hit the man while dining with her family.
The man is accused of knocking her backwards, leaving cuts and bruises to her mouth. Police say he initially fled the scene but is expected to be interviewed in the coming days.
- 12
- Girl's age
- 44
- Man's age
- Melbourne restaurant
- Location
- mouth
- Injury location
Why it mattersA child was injured by an adult at a public event. Police are investigating whether the response was reasonable.
AustraliaA Melbourne child was assaulted during a public Halloween event; the incident raises questions about safety at family restaurant entertainment.
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