Mobility Scooter Stolen From Elderly at Elizabeth Vale

An elderly assault victim has had his mobility scooter stolen while in hospital.

About 1.20pm on Tuesday 28 October, the 79-year-old victim was assaulted in an alleged unprovoked attack on Boronia Crescent, Elizabeth Vale.

The victim was knocked to the ground and taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment.

His family last saw his mobility scooter parked by the side of the road in Boronia Crescent about 11pm that night. It was subsequently stolen sometime overnight.

Anyone who witnessed the theft or has any dashcam or CCTV footage of the scooter or knows of its whereabouts is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

A 39-year-old Elizabeth Vale man has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault.

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