Teen who assaulted woman while on drugs to be sentenced next month
The 18-year-old attacker was on methylamphetamine, MDMA, benzodiazepines and semi-synthetic opioids during the attack.
A teenager attacked a woman sleeping rough outside Adelaide's Mitcham Memorial Library on November 13, 2025. The victim was 64 years old.
The 64-year-old suffered serious injuries and was rushed to hospital. The teenager was on a "cocktail of drugs".
These included methylamphetamine, MDMA, benzodiazepines and semi-synthetic opioids. He pleaded guilty to hurting someone on purpose and serious criminal trespass.
During a pre-sentence hearing this week, the court heard he had autism and severe ADHD. His sentence will be handed down next month.
- 64 years old
- Victim's age
- Autism and severe ADHD
- Mental health diagnoses
Why it mattersThe case shows how drug use and mental health problems can work together to cause serious violence.
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