Mother punched by passer-by in unprovoked attack on street A MOTHER was assaulted in front of her child in a vicious unprovoked attack in the city this evening. A 49-year-old woman from Mount Waverley was walking south along Swanston St with her 11-year-old son just before 6pm when she was punched in the side of her face by an unknown man. A good Samaritan wearing a backpack attempted to shield the victim, while an unknown female assisted the victim after the assault. The offender ran off on Swanston St near Collins St. Police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au