Violent brawl breaks out in Sydney



A MAN is in hospital with facial injuries after a violent brawl erupted in inner Sydney overnight.


The fight broke out between two groups outside a tapas restaurant on Pyrmont Street at about 12.40am (AEDT) today, police said.

During the melee, a man received injuries to an eye socket and facial lacerations and was taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for treatment.

Another man was treated at the scene after a bottle was thrown at his head.

An 18-year-old man from Umina Beach was arrested and was allegedly found with several ecstasy pills.

He was charged with possessing a prohibited drug and possessing a prescribed restricted substance.

He has been granted conditional bail to appear in Downing Centre Local Court on January 17.

Police are investigating what sparked the violence and anticipate further charges will be laid.

Anyone who witnessed the brawl or circumstances leading up to it is urged to contact City Central Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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