7 Highlights

• Mohammed Panihani was attacked by teens in Melbourne EzyMart.
• Panihani used a mallet to defend himself during the attack.
• • He suffered severe injuries needing surgery and can't work for a year.
  • Panihani, a Jordanian, moved to Australia for his PhD six months ago.
  • Two 18-year-olds were charged for the Friday night attack in the CBD.
  • The store owner called for more police due to rising knife crime.
  • Panihani helps his family in Jordan by sending them money.