WA Police are investigating an alleged assault in Perth after a man was seriously injured during an incident outside a Hungry Jack’s. A 14-year-old boy has been charged following the alleged rock-throwing attack.

According to reports, the incident involved an altercation between a man and a group of youths. The man was allegedly struck by rocks and was knocked unconscious, leaving him seriously injured and requiring medical attention.

Police attended the scene and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault. Officers are expected to examine witness accounts and available CCTV or other footage as part of their inquiries.

The teenager has been charged with assault. Because the accused is a minor, identifying information is protected and should not be published in a way that could identify him.

The incident occurred in a public area outside a fast-food restaurant, where other members of the community may have been present. Police investigations into incidents involving groups of young people can involve identifying all participants, determining how an altercation began and establishing the individual actions of those involved.

The injured man was reportedly left unconscious following the alleged attack. Details about his ongoing condition have not been fully disclosed in the available reporting.

Police will continue gathering evidence as the case progresses. Witnesses who saw the incident may be able to assist investigators in establishing exactly what happened.

The case will now proceed through the youth justice system. Further court proceedings are expected to determine how the allegations will be dealt with.

The charge is an allegation only and has not been proven in court. The teenager is entitled to the presumption of innocence unless the allegation is established through the legal process.

The incident is among the latest crime stories being reported in Perth and Western Australia today.