Police arrest woman over alleged attack of toddler at shopping centre in East Victoria Park
A woman has been taken into custody by police investigating an alleged attack on a toddler at a shopping centre.
WA Police confirmed on Wednesday that a 21-year-old had been arrested over the incident.
“Please be advised a 21-year-old female was taken into custody at Mirrabooka Shopping Centre about 11.10am,” a police spokesperson said.
No charges have been laid.
Cannington detectives launched an intense search for Pamila-Raye Jetta, 21, in relation to the alleged attack at the Park Centre on Albany Highway in East Victoria Park about 1.25pm on Tuesday.
A terrified mum was holding her two-year-old daughter when a woman approached and struck the child before fleeing.
The little girl had facial injuries.
It comes weeks after another shocking attack on nine-month-old Luka when a stranger allegedly poured a Thermos of hot water on the youngster’s face while picnicking with his mother in Brisbane.
The boy suffered burns to his face and chest.
A 33-year-old was identified by Chinese media after allegedly fleeing Australia. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
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