Ellenbrook residents stage motorcade after 13-year-old attacked
More than 100 cars and 25 motorbikes showed up in Ellenbrook. They came to support a 13-year-old boy assaulted by teenagers.
About 125 vehicles joined a community cruise in Ellenbrook, Perth, to support a 13-year-old boy attacked last weekend. Local resident Terry Mason set up the cruise in just 12 hours after hearing the teenager was assaulted by a group.
The group also stole the boy's clothes. The victim had a concussion and multiple head lumps.
He had black eyes and bruising. He was taken to hospital.
Five teenagers, aged 13 to 17, have been charged with aggravated armed robbery and causing bodily harm. A video of the attack was shared on social media.
The rally started at Coolamon Park and drove to a nearby shopping centre. Local MP Tania Lawrence said the car meet showed how the community stood behind the victim and his family.
- 125 cars and motorbikes
- Vehicles gathered
- 12 hours
- Organized timeframe
- 5, aged 13 to 17
- Teenagers charged
- Ellenbrook, Perth
- Location
Why it mattersA serious assault on a young teenager sparked a rare show of community support against youth violence.
AustraliaThe incident highlights ongoing concerns about youth violence in Perth suburbs and shows how some communities are organising to support victims and deter offenders.
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