Northam Detectives have arrested a 78 year old man as a result of an altercation that occurred around 4pm yesterday, 21 June 2018.
The man became involved in an altercation with a 38 year old man who was known to him at a residence on Chidlow Street in Northam.
It is alleged during the altercation the 38 year old man received several lacerations to his body.
He was conveyed to Northam Hospital in a serious condition before being airlifted to Royal Perth Hospital by the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
The 78 year old man of Northam has been charged with Grievous Bodily Harm and is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court today, 22 June 2018.