Prominent WA figure in critical condition after alleged assault
A prominent member of WA’s political and mining communities is in hospital in a serious condition after an assault in Perth’s inner city in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Tim Picton was allegedly assaulted in Perth early on Saturday morning.
The victim suffered a head injury after being knocked unconscious on the street outside a nightclub in Northbridge.
The 36-year-old was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital, where he remains in a critical condition and is being treated for life-threatening injuries.
A WA Police spokesman said a 20-year-old man from Lesmurdie has been charged with grievous bodily harm over the incident. He was remanded in custody and is set to appear in the Perth Magistrates Court today.
Nine News Perth has identified the victim as Tim Picton, a director at mining giant Mineral Resources.
In a statement, Picton’s family said he remains in hospital in a critical condition.
“As a family, we are focused entirely on being with him and supporting one another,” the statement read.
“We would like to sincerely thank St John Ambulance, the medical team at Royal Perth Hospital and WA Police for their care, professionalism and support.
