A man’s phone was reportedly seized and thrown into the water before he became the victim of an assault.
In a development last night, a 19-year-old resident of Deer Park turned himself in at a local police station.
The individual has been released on bail and is scheduled to appear in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on July 8 of the following year.
Authorities are still on the lookout for seven additional suspects who have yet to be identified or located.
Detective Senior Constable Jesse Coppel condemned the attack, describing it as “disgusting” and expressing regret over the disturbance to the usually tranquil beach atmosphere during the summer months.
“Such behavior is appalling and has no place here,” he stated.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
