Victoria Police are on the lookout for a man accused of hitting an 81-year-old woman with an e-scooter near the MCG in East Melbourne following an AFL match. The incident occurred late at night, leaving the woman unconscious as the suspect fled the scene.
According to reports, the woman was walking towards Jolimont Railway Station when a man on an e-scooter confronted her, resulting in a collision that caused her to fall and lose consciousness. Despite being pursued briefly, the e-scooter rider managed to escape, leaving the elderly woman with non life-threatening injuries.
In an effort to identify the suspect, police have released a CCTV image of a man fitting the description provided. Described as having fair skin, a stocky build, average height, straight blonde or brown hair, and grey or blue eyes, the man was seen wearing a red jacket made of shiny, waterproof material and thick lensed glasses.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident or the whereabouts of the suspect to come forward and assist in the investigation.
