A MAN has been charged following an alleged assault with a hammer at Shoal Bay on Anzac Day.
About 6pm on Friday 25 April 2025, police were called to Shoal Bay Road following reports a man had been assaulted with a hammer.
A 23-year-old man was treated at the scene for a head injury by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to John Hunter Hospital in a serious condition.
Police established a crime scene and an investigation into the incident commenced.
Following inquiries, about 9.30am on Saturday 26 April, a 26-year-old man was arrested in Nelson Bay and taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station.
The man was charged with three offences – “cause grievous bodily harm to person with intent”, “assault and stalk/intimidate – intend fear”, and “physical harm”.
