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25 June 2025 Posted by 

REALITY ABOUT COWARD-PUNCH OFFENDERS

A MONASH-led study analysed 287 Coward Punch convictions (1990–2020), revealing most offenders were young males, with 65% of assaults in public between 6 pm–6 am. NSW and Victoria saw 61% of cases, and 62% of offenders received prison terms. Alcohol was involved in 39% of cases. Researchers urge targeted prevention strategies, while campaigner Danny Green supports strong language to deter attacks. Legal responses vary, with specific laws in five states since 2008.


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