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Teens charged in brutal autism attack near Stawell station
16 Oct
Summary
- Three boys aged 14 and 15 charged with multiple offenses.
- Victim was lured to the area via Snapchat for a meetup.
- The assault near Stawell train station was filmed.
Three teenage boys, aged 14 and 15, are facing charges after a violent incident near a train station in Stawell, Victoria. The victim, a 15-year-old boy with autism and epilepsy, was reportedly lured to the area on October 5 through a social media arrangement.
Video footage of the assault shows several youths punching and kicking the victim, demanding his shoes before allowing him to leave. Police have since charged three boys with affray, robbery, recklessly causing injury, and theft. They are expected to appear in children's court.
Authorities are continuing their investigation and are seeking to interview a fourth boy. The victim sustained soft tissue injuries and possible head injuries, with his mother expressing relief that he is alive but noting his ongoing distress and fear.
