A 32-year-old alleged Bandidos bikie gang member, Christopher Isaako, was granted bail after being charged with grievous bodily harm, possessing a controlled weapon, and fighting in public to cause fear following a violent unprovoked attack on a teenager in Bunbury. Prosecutors alleged that Isaako punched the 18-year-old victim, knocking him unconscious and causing a fully displaced broken jaw. The victim was rushed to Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth for surgery and to have a metal plate inserted. Prior to the attack, Isaako allegedly assaulted a DJ at Fitzgerald’s Irish Bar, with both incidents captured on CCTV.
Isaako appeared in Perth Magistrates Court where a police prosecutor detailed the events leading up to the attack. The prosecutor mentioned that Isaako had been at the bar which was closing for the night when he allegedly jumped into the DJ booth and punched the DJ twice in the head. The DJ tried to escape but Isaako reportedly grabbed them by the shirt and pulled them back before being removed from the bar. Subsequently, Isaako approached the teenager on Victoria Street in Bunbury and allegedly punched him in the abdomen and left-hand side of his face, causing him to fall unconscious onto the road into the path of traffic. Isaako was arrested by gang crime squad detectives at Perth Airport, and it was revealed in court that he was a FIFO worker.
Isaako’s involvement with the Bandidos bikie gang was brought up during the court proceedings, raising concerns about his potential ties to organized crime. Despite these concerns, Isaako was ultimately granted bail as he awaits further legal proceedings. The severity of the victim’s injuries, including a broken jaw that required surgery, highlighted the violent nature of the alleged attack. The fact that both incidents were captured on CCTV provided concrete evidence for the prosecution to support their case against Isaako.
The alleged violent behavior displayed by Isaako, both at the bar and towards the teenager, painted a troubling picture of his actions that night. The random and unprovoked nature of the attack on the teenager, which resulted in serious injuries, further emphasized the seriousness of the charges brought against Isaako. The court’s decision to grant him bail raised questions about potential risks to the community, particularly given his association with the Bandidos bikie gang. The case also shed light on the challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with organized crime groups and the need for strong legal measures to address such incidents.
As Isaako awaits further legal proceedings, the details of the alleged attack and his membership in the Bandidos bikie gang will continue to be scrutinized. The impact of the incident on the victim, who suffered significant injuries as a result of the attack, will also be a key consideration in the court’s deliberations. The use of CCTV footage as evidence in the case highlighted the importance of surveillance technology in investigating and prosecuting violent crimes. The outcome of the legal proceedings against Isaako will be closely watched to ensure justice is served and to prevent further acts of violence in the community.
