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Two Officers Assaulted as WA Police Shut Down Out-of-Control Byford Halloween Party

Court appearances today follow the arrests of a 16-year-old alongside a 21-year-old during the dispersal.

Overview

  • WA Police responded just after 9:30pm to multiple disturbance reports at a Linton Street North address in Byford.
  • Officers found about 400 people, many described as intoxicated gatecrashers, and shut the gathering down.
  • Two officers were assaulted during the dispersal, with one allegedly punched in the face and another kicked in the knee.
  • A 16-year-old from Glen Iris was charged with assaulting public officers, obstructing police and disorderly behaviour, and is due in Perth Children’s Court today.
  • A 21-year-old from Thornlie was charged with disorderly behaviour, obstructing police and possessing cannabis, a 17-year-old received a move-on order, and the man is due in Perth Magistrates Court today.