Sydney Banker Charged in France After Hotel Attack | Sydney News

A Sydney banker, 37-year-old David Cao, faces grave charges in France after allegedly attacking his partner with a saucepan and boiling water at a luxury hotel — an incident that has sparked international headlines. Arrested nearly 500km away near the Belgian border, Cao reportedly fled the scene in a rental car before being detained after disembarking a train. Charged with attempted murder, kidnapping, torture, and barbarity, he admits to the assault but denies intent to kill. His employment at ING was terminated following the attack, and while his partner recovers in hospital with consular support from Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs, French authorities continue their investigation as Cao awaits trial. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/17d4eaa2730f5d0f