Serious assault at Glenside

Police responded to reports of an assault at a block of units on Portrush Road just before 9pm on Saturday 7 November.

A 52-year-old man sustained serious injury to his head and hands after he was allegedly assaulted by a man known to him with a sword. He was rushed to hospital for treatment however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening at this time.

Eastern District CIB and STAR Group officers also attended, and the man was arrested without further incident.

A 42-year-old man from Magill was taken to hospital for a medical assessment and is yet to be charged over the incident.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or on 1800 333 000 and quote #291832.