Man knocked unconscious onto tracks at Newtown Station during brutal assault
An emergency response was launched at Newtown train station just after 9.30am on Monday after a 65-year-old man was assaulted on the platform and knocked unconscious onto the tracks.
Police and paramedics arrived at the scene to find the man suffering from several injuries.
He was taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for further treatment.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Anyone with information and or mobile phone footage in relation to the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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