Brothers aged two and four kicked by stranger at Canberra shopping centre
ABC News Australia2h ago1 newsroom
An 18-year-old man accused of kicking two young boys in an unprovoked attack at a Canberra shopping centre has been refused bail.
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Why it matters
A man charged with unprovoked physical assault on young children in a public space has been held in custody pending trial, removing him from the setting where the alleged attack occurred.
Most affected
The two boys, aged two and four — Assaulted in an unprovoked attack at a shopping centre. The 18-year-old defendant — Held in custody without bail pending court proceedings.
Likely next
Whether the defendant appeals the bail decision or whether the case proceeds to trial with a conviction or acquittal.