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Police allege one of the two men in the car threw or fired a potato at him.
The 28-year-old alleged victim suffered such serious injuries to his eye that it had to be surgically removed.
He also fractured his arm.
Inspector Brett Baddock from WA Police said the act was planned but not specifically targeted at any one individual.
“It would appear those involved thought it would be fun to use potatoes as projectiles aimed at people minding their own business and enjoying our coastal strip,” he said.
“This so-called fun has ended in tragedy, with the victim losing one eye.
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Today Mirrabooka detectives announced two men have been charged.
A 19-year-old from Ballajura has been charged with grievous bodily harm, acts likely to endanger the life, health or safety of any person, and possession of a prohibited weapon.
A 20-year-old, also from Ballajura, was charged with grievous bodily harm, acts likely to endanger the life, health or safety of any person, and three counts of common assault.
Both men are due to appear before Perth Magistrates Court on Friday.
West Coast Drive is a scenic coastal road running from Sorrento to Trigg.
