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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Hindustan Times
‘Can't change colours': What Indian student said after racially motivated Adelaide attack
A 23-year-old Indian student was brutally assaulted in central Adelaide in what is being investigated as a racially motivated attack. The incident has sent shockwaves through the Indian student community across Australia. Charanpreet Singh, 23, speaks from his hospital bed after suffering serious head and facial injuries in a suspected racially motivated assault in Australia's Adelaide. (X/@thewonkin) The victim, Charanpreet Singh, sustained serious injuries and was hospitalised after being attacked by a group of five men near Kintore Avenue on the night of July 19. A video of the assault has since gone viral on social media. Speaking to 9News from his hospital bed, Singh described the emotional toll of the attack, saying, 'Things like this, when they happen, it makes you feel like you should go back… You can change anything in your body, but you can't change the colours,' he added. Attack followed racial abuse, says victim The attack took place around 9:22 PM local time in Adelaide as Singh and his wife were parked in the city to view the Illuminate light installations. According to police and witness accounts, a vehicle stopped next to them, and five men — some allegedly armed with metal knuckles or sharp objects — confronted Singh and told him to move his car. Without any provocation, the men allegedly began shouting racist slurs. 'They just said 'f* off, Indian', and after that they just started punching,' Singh told 9News. "I tried to fight back, but they beat me until I was unconscious." He was punched through his car window, stomped on, and hit with both weapons and fists. Following the assault, Charanpreet Singh was rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where doctors found he had suffered brain trauma, several facial fractures, a broken nose, and serious damage to one of his eyes. One arrest made, hunt on for four others South Australia Police responded to the incident after receiving emergency calls just before 9:30 PM. Officers found Singh lying injured on the street. A 20-year-old man from Enfield was arrested the next day and charged with assault causing harm. He was released on bail as investigations continue to identify and apprehend the remaining suspects. Authorities have collected CCTV footage from the well-monitored area, which includes nearby cultural sites and the University of Adelaide. Meanwhile, South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas condemned the incident in strong terms, calling it 'deeply disturbing.' "Any time we see any evidence of any racial attack, it is completely unwelcome in our state and just not consistent with where the majority of our community are at," Malinauskas told 9News. He stressed that such acts have 'no place in our state.'
Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
Attacked with slurs and punches: Indian student hospitalised after racist street assault in Adelaide, one held
A 23-year-old Indian international student, Charanpreet Singh, is recovering in hospital after a horrifying and racially charged attack in central Adelaide that left him unconscious and traumatised. The vicious ambush took place near Kintore Avenue around 9:22 pm on Saturday, July 19, while Singh was out with his wife to see the city's light displays. ✨Indian #student Charanpreet Singh brutally #attacked in Adelaide by 5 men shouting #racial slurs. 🚨Hospitalised after unprovoked #assault near #Kintore Ave. 👮Police took statements but no charges yet. 🆘#TheIndianSun 🔗 Indian student left battered in shocking street assault According to reports, five men emerged from another vehicle and allegedly began shouting racial slurs before launching into a violent assault. Singh was punched, stomped, and struck with what appeared to be metal knuckles or sharp weapons. Eyewitnesses and CCTV footage suggest the attackers used racist language, reportedly yelling, 'F--- off, Indian,' before beating him. 'You can change anything... but not your colour' Speaking from his hospital bed, Singh recounted how a petty parking dispute escalated into an attack that seemed fuelled by hate. He shared how helpless he felt hearing the slurs thrown at him before the fists began flying. 'You can change anything in your body, but you can't change the colours,' he said, visibly shaken by the trauma. The brutal assault resulted in multiple facial fractures and suspected brain trauma. Singh was swiftly rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where he remains under medical care. His injuries and words have struck a chord across the Indian diaspora in Australia, with many expressing fear and frustration over repeated acts of racial violence. Police launch investigation, one attacker charged South Australia Police responded to the scene shortly before 9:30 pm and confirmed Singh was found with visible facial injuries. A 20-year-old male suspect from Enfield has since been arrested and charged with assault causing harm. Investigations are ongoing, with CCTV footage being examined and appeals made for more witnesses to come forward. Premier Peter Malinauskas publicly condemned the attack, stressing that racism and violence have no place in the state. 'This kind of behaviour is completely unwelcome,' he stated, calling the incident 'deeply disturbing.' A chilling trend of racist attacks on Indians abroad This horrifying incident in Adelaide mirrors another attack the same day in Dublin, Ireland, where an Indian man in his 40s was hospitalised after being assaulted by a group of teenagers hurling false accusations and racist abuse. These incidents have reignited a growing conversation about racial safety for Indians abroad, especially international students.
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First Post
7 days ago
- First Post
‘F*** off, Indian': Racist attack in Australia leaves Indian national hospitalised in Adelaide
An Indian student in Adelaide, Australia, has been hospitalised with serious injuries after a violent assault that is being investigated as a possible racist attack. The incident has sparked outrage in the Indian community and renewed concerns over the safety of international students. read more An Indian international student has been hospitalised with serious injuries after a brutal assault in Adelaide, Australia — an incident now under investigation as a possible racially motivated attack. The case has sparked outrage within the Indian community and reignited concerns over the safety of international students in Australia. Brutal attack in the city centre The victim, 23-year-old Charanpreet Singh, was attacked on the night of July 19 near Kintore Avenue, a central area in Adelaide, while he and his wife had stopped to view the Illuminate light installations. According to reports, a group of five men pulled up beside Singh's car, demanded he move his vehicle, and began hurling racial abuse, allegedly shouting, 'F** off, Indian'* before launching a violent assault. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Singh was punched through the car window, dragged out, and beaten with both fists and weapons, including metal knuckles. 'I tried to fight back, but they beat me until I was unconscious,' Singh later told 9News from his hospital bed. He was rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital, where doctors found brain trauma, facial fractures, a broken nose, and severe eye injuries, requiring surgery and an overnight stay. Police launch investigation South Australia Police responded shortly after 9:20 pm and found Singh badly injured. A 20-year-old man from Enfield was arrested the next day and charged with assault causing harm, but was later released on bail. Authorities are still searching for the four remaining attackers. Police have recovered CCTV footage from the area, which is well-monitored due to its proximity to the University of Adelaide and cultural landmarks. A video of the assault has also gone viral on social media, further fuelling public anger. From his hospital bed, Singh said the attack left him shaken not just physically, but emotionally. 'Things like this make you feel like going back… You can change your body, but you can't change the colour of your skin,' he said. Strong condemnation The incident has drawn condemnation from South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, who called it 'deeply disturbing.' 'Any evidence of a racial attack is completely unwelcome in our state. It's not who we are, and not where the majority of our community stands,' the Premier said. The Indian community, both in Australia and back home, has called for stricter action and better protections for international students facing racial discrimination and violence abroad. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Sky News AU
07-07-2025
- Sky News AU
Matthew James Dullard faces court on attempted cop murder charge
A doctor's report into the mental condition of alleged attempted cop killer Matthew James Dullard could decide how the case moves forward, the South Australian Supreme Court has been told. Mr Dullard was due to enter his pleas on Monday morning to the allegation he tried to murder Brevet Sergeant Mark Woods during a routine traffic stop in March last year. Police allege Mr Dullard, from Victoria, struck Sergeant Woods with his vehicle on the Barrier Highway at Ucolta, about 250km north of Adelaide, and then fled the scene. A police chopper tracked him for 45 minutes before police apprehended him. Sergeant Woods, based at Orroroo, suffered non life-threatening injuries in the alleged hit-and-run and paramedics flew him to Royal Adelaide Hospital for treatment. Police have charged Mr Dullard with attempted murder, aggravated endangering life, causing harm by dangerous driving and leaving the scene of an accident after causing harm by careless driving. In his earlier appearances, the court was told the 43-year-old man had been diagnosed with schizophrenia in 2019. He initially refused to co-operate with either the police or any legal representation. On Monday, Director of Public Prosecutions Martin Hinton KC asked Justice Julie McIntyre to adjourn the matter for two weeks, telling her he needed time to query a doctor about their report into Mr Dullard's mental competence. 'I've considered the report … I have a number of questions for the doctor,' he said. 'I don't know yet whether in light of the answers to those questions I'll be seeking a further report or will determine to concede mental incompetence.' Mr Dullard's defence team did not oppose the request and Justice McIntyre listed July 21 for Mr Dullard's arraignment. Justice McIntyre allowed Mr Dullard to appear by telephone for his next appearance. Originally published as Matthew James Dullard fronts SA Supreme Court on attempted police officer murder charge
Perth Now
07-07-2025
- Perth Now
Man tried to mow down cop with car: court
A doctor's report into the mental condition of alleged attempted cop killer Matthew James Dullard could decide how the case moves forward, the South Australian Supreme Court has been told. Mr Dullard was due to enter his pleas on Monday morning to the allegation he tried to murder Brevet Sergeant Mark Woods during a routine traffic stop in March last year. Police allege Mr Dullard, from Victoria, struck Sergeant Woods with his vehicle on the Barrier Highway at Ucolta, about 250km north of Adelaide, and then fled the scene. A police chopper tracked him for 45 minutes before police apprehended him. Sergeant Woods, based at Orroroo, suffered non life-threatening injuries in the alleged hit-and-run and paramedics flew him to Royal Adelaide Hospital for treatment. Matthew James Dullard is charged with the attempted murder of a police officer. NewsWire Credit: News Corp Australia Police have charged Mr Dullard with attempted murder, aggravated endangering life, causing harm by dangerous driving and leaving the scene of an accident after causing harm by careless driving. In his earlier appearances, the court was told the 43-year-old man had been diagnosed with schizophrenia in 2019. He initially refused to co-operate with either the police or any legal representation. On Monday, Director of Public Prosecutions Martin Hinton KC asked Justice Julie McIntyre to adjourn the matter for two weeks, telling her he needed time to query a doctor about their report into Mr Dullard's mental competence. South Australian police officer Mark Woods suffered non life-threatening injuries in the alleged hit-and-run. Supplied Credit: News Corp Australia 'I've considered the report … I have a number of questions for the doctor,' he said. 'I don't know yet whether in light of the answers to those questions I'll be seeking a further report or will determine to concede mental incompetence.' Mr Dullard's defence team did not oppose the request and Justice McIntyre listed July 21 for Mr Dullard's arraignment. Justice McIntyre allowed Mr Dullard to appear by telephone for his next appearance.
