Taxi driver seriously injured in assault

Geraldton detectives are seeking public help as part of their investigation into a serious assault which occurred outside Turkish Kebabs on Chapman Road on Sunday morning.

About 2am it is alleged food was thrown at a passing taxi and the driver stopped and approached the group of people involved.

He was struck in the face and fall unconscious, striking his head on the pavement.

The man was flown to Perth with serious head injuries.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has other information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Geraldton detectives on 9923 4555.