Arabic version: موكب سيارات في إلنبرك يدعم فتىً بعد اعتداء مزعوم

According to ABC News, more than 100 cars and 25 motorbikes joined a “community cruise” in Ellenbrook, north-east of Perth, to support a 13-year-old boy who was allegedly assaulted by a group of teenagers last weekend. The motorcade gathered at Coolamon Park before driving to a nearby retail outlet.

Residents in supercars, SUVs and family cars took part in the rally, which was organised by local resident Terry Mason in 12 hours. Mason said he arranged the event after hearing about the attack and learning that his nephew had also allegedly been harassed in the area. He said he was proud of how quickly the community came together for the alleged victim and his family.

A graphic video shared on social media showed a group following a teenager and asking, “where’s the vape?” before the alleged victim was pushed to the ground. The Perth Children’s Court heard he was allegedly dragged along the ground, punched and kicked, forced to say “derogatory things”, and had his t-shirt and jumper stolen. He was allegedly threatened with a knife.

The boy was able to walk home and later attended Midland Hospital with a concussion, multiple lumps on his head, black eyes and bruising to his upper and lower body. Police said a 14-year-old boy, a 17-year-old male and three females aged 13, 14 and 16 were charged with causing bodily harm and aggravated armed robbery in relation to the attack. Investigations are continuing.

Local MP Tania Lawrence described the car and bike rally as Ellenbrook’s “little bit unique” way of showing support. She said the event demonstrated how many people cared and that those affected should know the community had their back.