A man has been charged with assaulting a 92-year-old woman in Williamstown on Wednesday.
It is understood the woman was approached by the man outside a shopping centre on Douglas Parade about 12.20pm on April 30.
Police will allege the he hit the woman to the head, causing her to fall to the pavement and be knocked out.
The woman, who is from Williamstown, was taken to hospital with what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
The 39-year-old man, who is of no fixed address, was restrained by members of the public until police arrived a short time later.
He was arrested and has since been charged with intentionally causing injury.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
