Brutal Racist Attack on Indian Man in Adelaide Sparks Outrage

Assault Incident in Adelaide

A 23-year-old Indian national, Charanpreet Singh, was violently attacked and left unconscious on the streets of Adelaide following a dispute over parking. Reports indicate that a group of men directed racist insults at him, including the phrase 'f— off, Indian,' before launching a brutal assault, as detailed by local news sources.

The incident occurred on Saturday night near Kintore Avenue, a central area in the city. Singh, who was inside his vehicle, described how the group approached him, unleashed racial slurs, and initiated a severe physical attack without any prior provocation.

Singh recounted, 'They just said, “f— off, Indian,” and then they started punching me.' Despite his attempts to defend himself, he was beaten into unconsciousness. He suffered serious injuries, including brain trauma and multiple fractures to his face, and was subsequently hospitalized for overnight care.

Police Response and Community Reaction

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On Sunday, South Australia Police apprehended a 20-year-old man from Enfield, charging him with assault causing harm. However, the other assailants managed to escape and remain unidentified. Authorities are seeking public help to locate them.

The attack has ignited outrage within Adelaide's Indian community, raising alarms about the safety of international students and immigrants in Australia. Many have taken to social media to express their support for Singh and demand stronger measures against racially motivated violence.

Singh's Statement and Government Reaction

Speaking from his hospital bed, Singh expressed how the attack has profoundly affected him. 'Experiences like this make you feel like you should go back,' he stated. 'You can change anything about yourself, but you can't change your skin color.'

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas condemned the attack, labeling it unacceptable. He remarked, 'Any evidence of racial violence is completely unwelcome in our state and does not reflect the views of the majority of our community.' The police are continuing their investigation and reviewing CCTV footage from the area, as they work to identify the remaining attackers.