A man has fronted court after he allegedly sexually assaulted a young girl in Melbourne yesterday afternoon.

The 31-year-old North Melbourne man appeared before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court this afternoon, having been charged with one count of rape.

The court heard the man allegedly attacked the 11-year-old girl at random at a property on Boundary Road, near Racecourse Road, in North Melbourne just before 2pm yesterday.

Emergency services were called to Boundary Road near Racecourse Road where a 11-year-old child was allegedly sexually assaulted. (Nine)
A crime scene was set-up at the property in North Melbourne. (Nine)

The girl was taken to the Royal Children’s Hospital in a stable condition shortly after the alleged assault.

The court heard the man was a refugee who had a history of suicidal thoughts and substance abuse.

He did not apply for bail and is due to return to court in October.

Readers seeking support can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or beyond blue on 1300 22 4636


Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467


MensLine Australia 1300 78 99 78

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