A shocking incident of racial violence has come to light from Adelaide, Australia, where a 23-year-old Indian international student, Charanpreet Singh, was brutally assaulted following a dispute over a parking spot. The incident occurred on the night of July 19, 2025, while Charanpreet was out with his wife to view light displays near Kintore Avenue. According to reports, a group of five men confronted him, and the situation quickly escalated. The attackers hurled racial slurs, including “F*** off, Indian,” before physically assaulting him with punches, kicks, and possibly metal knuckles or sharp objects.
Charanpreet was left unconscious on the road and later rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital. Doctors have confirmed that he suffered multiple facial fractures and is undergoing treatment for suspected brain trauma. Recounting the horror, Charanpreet emotionally stated, “You can change anything in your body, but you can’t change the colours,” emphasizing the deep emotional scars the incident has left on him.
South Australia Police have arrested a 20-year-old man from Enfield in connection with the attack and charged him with assault causing harm. The police are reviewing CCTV footage and appealing for witnesses to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation. Authorities have assured that strict action will be taken against those responsible.
The attack has drawn widespread condemnation. South Australia’s Premier, Peter Malinauskas, described the incident as “deeply disturbing” and stated that racism and violence have no place in the state. The incident has also sparked outrage among the Indian community and international student circles, raising concerns over the safety of Indian students abroad.
This assault is not an isolated case but rather part of a troubling pattern of racial violence targeting Indian and South Asian communities overseas. Coincidentally, another racial attack against an Indian individual was reported on the same day in Dublin. These incidents highlight the urgent need for stronger protections for international students and stricter measures against hate crimes in host countries.
