Adelaide grandfather dies after daylight CBD one-punch attack
Adelaide grandfather Frank Candido has tragically died after being the victim of a one-punch attack in the city's CBD earlier this month.
Mr Candido, 89, was punched from behind by an man not know to him as he walked down Grote Street in Adelaide's CBD at lunchtime on Tuesday September 7.
The assault caused him to fall to the ground and sustain a serious head injury.
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West Croydon grandfather Frank Candido has tragically passed away. Supplied
He was rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital but sadly died as a result of his injuries today.
A 33-year-old man was arrested by police at the scene and later charged with aggravated assault.
Police today indicated that the man's charges would be upgraded at his next court appearance.
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The 89-year-old (middle) sustained head injuries following a one-punch attack in Adelaide's CBD. Supplied
Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dashcam vision of the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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