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Attempted carjacking in Coburg
Victim hospitalised after incident on Monday
Brunswick Voice
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
DETECTIVES are appealing for public assistance following an attempted carjacking and assault in Coburg on Monday afternoon.
Police said an unknown man was found by the male victim inside a grey Hyundai at a residential address on May Street about 12.20pm.
The victim’s daughter heard the commotion and came to assist when a stolen silver Lexus registration “SAMWAN” pulled up and another man and woman exited the vehicle.
The male offender assaulted the male victim causing him to fall backwards onto the ground.
All three offenders fled the scene in the Lexus before also driving over the victim’s foot.
They were last seen heading east towards Gaffney Street.
A 60-year-old Coburg man was taken to hospital with a serious foot injury.
Investigators have released images of two men and a woman they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
The male is perceived to be Middle Eastern in appearance, about 180cm tall, aged between 35-40 and unshaven.
He was wearing a black hat, dark sunglasses, black “Nina Pasadena” brand hoodie, blue work pants with prominent reflective strips and brown work boots.
The second male is perceived to be aboriginal in appearance, about 175 cms tall, aged between 35-40 and unshaven.
He was wearing a black hat with white motif, brown ACDC t-shirt, dark coloured pants and dark shoes
The woman is perceived to be aboriginal in appearance, about 155 cms tall, aged between 35-40 and wearing a black beanie, white T shirt, and dark maroon hoodie.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, has footage or any information that could assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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