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Waroona Dam campers assaulted after investigating disturbance

Fremantle Detectives continue to seek information regarding a serious assault that occurred at a campsite at the Waroona Dam on Australia Day, Friday 26 January 2018, in which three men were injured.

Around 11:45pm, the victims were camped at the Lake Navarino Holiday Park when they were woken by a disturbance. As they left their tents to investigate, they were confronted by two men and assaulted.

As a result of the assault, a 43 year old man received serious injuries including bleeding on the brain, a broken nose and lacerations. A 38 year old man received broken ribs and a 29 year old man received a head wound which required seven staples to close.

One offender is described as around 30 years of age, fair skinned, approximately 178cms tall, with a solid build, red hair and beard. He has the word “Mum” tattooed on his neck and a large dragon tattoo on the left side of his stomach.

The second offender is in his late 20s, with fair skin and short brown hair in a crew cut.

Police would like to speak to anyone who saw this incident or can assist in identifying the men involved. Anyone with any information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or report the information online at ww.crimestopperswa.com.au.