Northbridge attack prompts urgent security boost | 7NEWS

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A mother and her baby were ambushed by a stranger in broad daylight in Northbridge, Perth, prompting immediate action from the City Council and Lord Mayor. Security patrols have been increased in the area following the violent attack, which saw the mother lock her baby in a car before being assaulted. The incident has sparked debate about police staffing levels in Perth, with opposition claiming the district is 60 staff short, while the government maintains there are record police numbers deployed. Subscribe and set 🔔 » https://7news.link/YTSubscribe | For the latest Australian news and breaking news alerts, connect with 7NEWS online: Visit » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ 7NEWS Podcast » https://open.spotify.com/user/dm9fk9hzoe68ibpttheragdgi Facebook » https://www.facebook.com/7NewsAustralia TikTok » https://www.tiktok.com/@7newsaustralia Instagram » https://www.instagram.com/7newsaustralia/ X » https://x.com/7NewsAustralia 7NEWS combines the trusted and powe

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