A late-night meal turned into a scene of chaos and violence when two feuding groups clashed at a popular Melbourne restaurant, leaving four men hospitalised and patrons fleeing for safety.
Midnight Mayhem at Southbank Eatery
The violent confrontation erupted just after midnight at Left Bank, located in Melbourne's bustling Southbank precinct. The brawl began in the restaurant's bathroom before rapidly spilling out into the main dining area, where dozens of shocked customers watched in horror.
Security footage from the incident shows punches flying between the two groups as the conflict quickly escalated. The situation deteriorated further when one man was seen picking up a chair, adding to the chaos that had taken over the establishment.
Patrons Scramble as Violence Spreads
Terrified diners scrambled to get out of the way as at least a dozen men became involved in the violent altercation. The brawl completely overtook the dining room, transforming the popular restaurant into a scene of bedlam and fear.
Police arrived at the scene shortly after the incident was reported, but discovered that everyone involved in the brawl had already fled the premises before authorities could intervene.
Aftermath and Ongoing Investigation
In the wake of the violence, a concerning sight emerged as someone was spotted walking towards Crown Casino covered in blood, indicating the severity of the confrontation.
Hours later, the human cost of the brawl became clear when four victims presented themselves at hospital with minor injuries. All four men were identified as being from New South Wales, raising questions about what brought them to the Melbourne restaurant and what triggered the violent outburst.
Today, detectives returned to Left Bank restaurant to continue their investigation into the disturbing incident. No arrests have been made so far as police work to identify all participants and determine the exact cause of the wild brawl that left multiple people injured and a popular dining establishment shaken.
