Sydney Man Charged After Alleged Hammer Attacks on Two Elderly Men
By Neha · Published 15 Oct 2026 · Updated 15 Oct 2026
Sydney, NSW · New South Wales News
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Sydney Man Charged After Alleged Hammer Attacks on Two Elderly Men - Sydney, NSW
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A 36-year-old man has been charged following two alleged hammer attacks on elderly men in Eastwood, Sydney’s north-west. One victim, aged 75, was reported in a stable condition, while the 71-year-old second victim was...
Police in New South Wales have charged a 36-year-old man after investigating two alleged hammer attacks on elderly men in Eastwood, a suburb in Sydney’s north-west.
According to NSW Police, the incidents occurred on separate occasions earlier in the week and are believed to have been random. Investigators began inquiries after emergency services responded to reports of assaults involving a hammer.
The first incident occurred at approximately 9 pm on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, at a home on Doomben Avenue, Eastwood. Police were told that a 75-year-old man was inside the property when he answered someone knocking at the front door. The man was allegedly struck in the face with a hammer.
Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before taking him to Royal North Shore Hospital. He was reported to be in a stable condition.
The second incident took place shortly before 7 am on Wednesday, 14 October, at a park near the intersection of Blaxland Road and Doomben Avenue. A 71-year-old man was allegedly hit several times in the face and head with a hammer. Emergency services attended, and the second victim was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Police established crime scenes at both locations. Specialist officers examined the sites as detectives worked to determine whether the attacks were connected and identify the person responsible.
Following further inquiries, investigators executed a search warrant at a unit on Doomben Avenue with assistance from specialist police units and the Dog Unit. Police allege that a hammer was located and seized near the property. A 36-year-old man was arrested inside the unit. Police allege that he assaulted officers during the arrest, after which a Taser was deployed.
The man was subsequently charged with offences including wounding or causing grievous bodily harm with intent to murder, assaulting a police officer in the execution of duty, and destroying or damaging property. He was refused bail and was due to appear before Burwood Local Court on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
The allegations have raised concerns about the safety of residents in the local area, particularly older people. Police have described the incidents as believed to be random, although the investigation and court process will determine the circumstances and evidence in the case.
The accused has not been convicted. The charges must be determined by the court, and the victims’ reported medical conditions reflect the information released by police at the time of the announcement. Residents with relevant information or footage that may assist investigators should contact NSW Police through official channels.
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Police in New South Wales have charged a 36-year-old man after investigating two alleged hammer attacks on elderly men in Eastwood, a suburb in Sydney’s north-west.
According to NSW Police, the incidents occurred on separate occasions earlier in the week and are believed to have been random. Investigators began inquiries after emergency services responded to reports of assaults involving a hammer.
The first incident occurred at approximately 9 pm on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, at a home on Doomben Avenue, Eastwood. Police were told that a 75-year-old man was inside the property when he answered someone knocking at the front door. The man was allegedly struck in the face with a hammer.
Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before taking him to Royal North Shore Hospital. He was reported to be in a stable condition.
The second incident took place shortly before 7 am on Wednesday, 14 October, at a park near the intersection of Blaxland Road and Doomben Avenue. A 71-year-old man was allegedly hit several times in the face and head with a hammer. Emergency services attended, and the second victim was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Police established crime scenes at both locations. Specialist officers examined the sites as detectives worked to determine whether the attacks were connected and identify the person responsible.
Following further inquiries, investigators executed a search warrant at a unit on Doomben Avenue with assistance from specialist police units and the Dog Unit. Police allege that a hammer was located and seized near the property. A 36-year-old man was arrested inside the unit. Police allege that he assaulted officers during the arrest, after which a Taser was deployed.
The man was subsequently charged with offences including wounding or causing grievous bodily harm with intent to murder, assaulting a police officer in the execution of duty, and destroying or damaging property. He was refused bail and was due to appear before Burwood Local Court on Thursday, 15 October 2026.
The allegations have raised concerns about the safety of residents in the local area, particularly older people. Police have described the incidents as believed to be random, although the investigation and court process will determine the circumstances and evidence in the case.
The accused has not been convicted. The charges must be determined by the court, and the victims’ reported medical conditions reflect the information released by police at the time of the announcement. Residents with relevant information or footage that may assist investigators should contact NSW Police through official channels.
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