Rogue jet ski rider who sprayed a boat full of people – including a BABY – before speeding off is set to be charged
- Jet-ski rider allegedly sprayed a family in Seaholme, west of Melbourne
- Police allege the 35-year-old intentionally targeted them with engine wash
- All four occupants of the boat, including a young baby, were uninjured
A jet-ski rider will be charged with assault after allegedly spraying his engine wash over boat passengers including a baby.
The man, 35, allegedly targeted the family near the Altona boat ramp in Seaholme, west of Melbourne before racing away at about 10.30am on Tuesday.
All four occupants of the boat, including a young baby, were physically uninjured.
A rogue jet-ski rider will be charged with assault after deliberately spraying his engine wash over boat passengers including a baby (stock image)
The man, from Deer Park, will be charged at a later date with dangerous operation of a vessel and assault offences.
The jet ski has been impounded for two days.
Water Police Sergeant David McHenry said police will be operating covertly from beaches and lakes all over Victoria this summer.
‘Police are working hard to ensure everyone can safely enjoy the water this season and will not tolerate disruptive behaviour,’ Sgt McHenry said.
‘Operators of any recreational vessel, including jet skis, are subject to impound if found operating in a dangerous manner.’
The man, 35, allegedly sprayed the family near the Altona boat ramp (pictured) in Seaholme, west of Melbourne before racing away at about 10.30am on Tuesday