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Gang attack

02/06/2011

A 15-YEAR-OLD Cranbourne East boy was attacked by a group of males at Station Street in Cranbourne between 1.20pm and 1.30pm on Thursday 26 May.
The victim was walking alone from Cranbourne Secondary College towards the South Gippsland Highway when the incident occurred.
Six males, believed to be aged between 18 and 20 and of Samoan appearance, followed the boy and chased him before tackling him to the ground.
The victim was punched and kicked him in the head multiple times and claimed he was unconscious for several minutes.
He was sent to Casey Hospital with swollen cheeks, bruising and soreness of face.
The offenders were wearing skinny leg jeans and checked shirts.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Kris Griffiths at Cranbourne Police Station on 5991 0600.

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