Woman allegedly assaulted by man holding scissors in Brisbane

A man has been charged after allegedly assaulting a woman while holding scissors in South Brisbane overnight.

Police allege the 25-year-old man approached a 58-year-old woman at a community hall on Cordelia Street about 9pm.

Officers believe the man started a conversation with the woman before allegedly assaulting the woman while holding a pair of scissors.

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Police said the woman suffered non-life-threatening wounds to her head and face and was rushed to the Princess Alexandra Hospital for treatment.

The 25-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

He has since been charged with one count each of assault occasioning bodily harm whilst armed, wilful damage and contravening the direction of a police officer.

The man will appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court today.