Police are investigating following an assault that occurred last night in Southport.

Around 7.10pm, a 37-year-old man was walking along Norman Street when he was struck by eggs that were thrown from a nearby apartment building,

The man has then walked to the intersection of Norman Street and Railway Street where he was chased and assaulted by another man.

He was taken to the Gold Coast Hospital where he is being treated for non life threatening injuries.

Investigations into the assault are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police investigating a disturbance in a Burleigh Heads car park on November 20 have charged a second member of a Criminal Motorcycle Gang with affray.

Detectives yesterday arrested the 34-year-old alleged member of the Hells Angles Criminal Motorcycle Gang after he was intercepted by officers on Bermuda Street, Burleigh Waters shortly before 10pm.

The Mermaid Waters man has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court tomorrow where he also faces a charge of going armed so as to cause fear.

Two 22-year-old men have previously been arrested in relation to this incident. One of these men is alleged to be a member of the Nomads Criminal Motorcycle Gang.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are appealing for public assistance following an alleged assault which occurred on Brisbane Road at Helensvale today.

It is believed a 24-year-old woman was grabbed from behind and assaulted by a man about 12.15pm.

He is described as Caucasian, about 170 centimetres tall with a shaved head. He is about 25 to 35 years of age and was wearing dark board shorts and a plain grey t-shirt.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have charged a 24-year-old Robina man following investigations into an incident at Sentry Street, Robina yesterday morning.

Police will allege four men, armed with a metal bar, entered the Sentry Street address around 1.45am and assaulted two 25-year-old men.

One of the 25-year-old victims suffered head injuries and the other injuries to his head and legs. They received treatment at Robina Hospital for non life threatening injuries.

Police charged the 24-year-old man with six offences comprising two counts of assault occasioning bodily harm and one count each of armed robbery whilst in company, common assault, enter dwelling with intent by break at night whilst armed in company and wilful damage.

He is due to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court this morning.

Police investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist police with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Officers from Taskforce Maxima have charged a 43-year-old man with serious assault after an incident with a cyclist on the Gold Coast yesterday.

Police will allege the cyclist was riding his pushbike along Hope Island Road, Hope Island at about 8am when a white van has nearly collided with him. The cyclist was forced to take evasive action and in doing so has hit the passenger side of the van with his palm.

It will be further alleged the driver of the van has alighted from his vehicle and commenced to assault the cyclist, knocking him the ground where he continued to assault him.
The man required stitches to lacerations to his ear and face.

The 43-year-old driver of the van has been identified to be a participant of the Finks Criminal Motorcycle Gang and has been charged with assault occasioning bodily harm.

He is scheduled to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court this morning.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

It’s December already and for many people it’s a time of work related Christmas parties, annual holidays and festive season celebrations so the temptation to drink drive or drug drive might be increased. Don’t do it. Catch a taxi, a bus, a limo, walk or pre-arrange a designated sober driver. Why would you risk spoiling the month and New Year with a conviction, hefty fine and loss of licence for drink driving or drug driving, when you could have decided not to take the risk?

December is also a time of more road users, so in our relentless bid to reduce death and injury on the roads, Gold Coast Police will be significantly ramping up efforts to keep locals and visitors safe. We will be stepping up our breath testing and drug testing and it will be anywhere and any time. Speeding, inattention, not wearing a seatbelt and driving while fatigued make up the rest of the Fatal Five so we won’t lose focus on those. As well as more police being anywhere at any time we are using covert and marked mobile speed cameras, marked and unmarked police patrols, fixed speed cameras, hand-held speed detection devices, the automatic number plate recognition systems, breath testing and drug testing devices. Gold Coast Police will also be supported by Police from other areas.

The message is simple; stop and think about what your family would do without you this Christmas and every Christmas to come, before you take risks on the road. So remember, road safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

The Gold Coast District Crime Prevention Unit (DCPC) and Volunteers in Policing (VIPs) would like to wish the Gold Coast community a very happy and safe festive season.

For those of you planning to go away on holidays, please find below a list of steps that can be taken to give your home that “lived in” look, thus reducing the chance of a break & enter offence occurring.

Before you go away on holidays please consider the following:

• Trim plants and trees around your home
• Move wheelie bins from underneath windows
• Install automatic light timers or sensor activated lights and leave a light on when you go out
• Ask a neighbour to collect your mail and take your rubbish out while you’re gone
• Make sure your garage or garden shed is locked and your letterbox is secured
• Make sure it is difficult for potential robbers to gain entry to your home and/or difficult to leave with your property and re-sell it
• Make sure your home has working locks, bolts, bars, and security screens. If an offender does get into your home make sure it is hard for them to get out with your property by having key locked windows and double cylinder deadlocks
• Have your property engraved or micro-dotted to make it easier for police to identify if it is stolen and someone tries to re-sell it
• If going out, even for a short period of time, make your home look “lived in” by putting your radio or lights on timers
• There are many security products on the market to help you feel secure, consider installing one and remember to always use it

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are investigating following a large disturbance that occurred in Surfers Paradise.

Around 12.50am, officers were called to a fight that was occurring on Orchid Avenue.

Once officers arrived on scene, they have restrained two men and taken them into custody.

As the officers were walking the men to the Surfers Paradise police station, a large group in the area because abusive and extremely aggressive and followed the officers back to the station.

Once there, the officers have entered the station and the crowd became unruly and projectiles were thrown at the station.

Extra officers were deployed and a further 8 people were taken into custody.

During the incident, three police officers sustained non life threatening injuries and are currently being treated.

10 people are currently assisting police with their enquiries.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have charged 10 people following a disturbance that occurred in Surfers Paradise overnight.

At about 12.45am onwards officers responded to two unrelated incidents that occurred on Orchid Avenue.

In one incident police arrived on scene and restrained two men for public order offences.

As the officers were walking the arrested men to the Surfers Paradise Police Station a number of people followed the officers.

Further, separate incidents occurred opposite the Surfers Paradise Police Station resulting in arrests. During one arrest the shoe of an alleged offender was dislodged and this shoe was thrown, by a bystander, in the general direction of the police station. No injury or damage occurred as a result of this action. The arrests attracted the attention of other people in the nightclub precinct, with people gathering to watch the actions of police. A small number of these people, using the cover of the larger crowd intervened, obstructed, heckled and abused the officers whilst they were performing their duties.

Extra officers were deployed and in total 10 people were taken into custody.

During the incident, three police officers sustained non life threatening injuries. One officer was bitten on the lower arm, one sustained a graze to the eye and the third a muscular injury to the arm. The officer who was bitten attended a local hospital for disease tests.

A 20-year-old man from Bexley in NSW, a 21-year-old Aitkenvale man and a 21-year-old man from Berwick in Victoria were all charged with obstruct police. The trio appeared in court today and are scheduled to reappear in the Southport Magistrates Court on January 28, 2014.

A 22-year-old man from Coolaroo, Victoria was charged with one count each of public nuisance, obstruct police and serious assault police. He is scheduled to reappear in the Southport Magistrates Court on February 17, 2014.

A 20-year-old Runaway Bay man was charged with one count of obstruct police and one of breach of bail condition. He is scheduled to reappear in the Southport Magistrates Court on January 21, 2014.

A 32-year-old man and a 25-year-old man, both from Helensvale, were charged with obstruct police.

Two 22-year-old men from Bangor and Bexley in New South Wales and a 21-year-old man from Glouster in New South Wales have been each charged with being drunk in a public place. They will appear in the Southport Magistrates Court on January 6, 2014.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or www.Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

Gold Coast police are investigation an overnight disturbance at Mermaid Beach in which three men sustained injuries.

Preliminary inquiries indicate that an altercation occurred between two small groups of people in Dudley Street shortly after midnight.

Three men were transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital with non life threatening injuries following the altercation. This included:

A 27-year-old Mermaid Beach man with a cut and bruising to his face;

A 30-year-old Currumbin Waters man, with a small cut to the back of his head;

A 31-year-old Victorian man with a large laceration to the back of his head.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the 31-year-old man may have sustained his injury after being struck by an unknown person using a hammer.

It is believed that the two groups were known to each other and none of the injuries is life threatening.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police investigating a disturbance at Mermaid Beach in which three people were injured early this morning are appealing for public assistance into the matter.

Initial information indicates an altercation occurred between two small groups of people in Dudley Street shortly after midnight.

Three men were transported to the Gold Coast University Hospital with non life threatening injuries following the altercation. This included:

A 27-year-old Mermaid Beach man with a cut and bruising to his face; A 30-year-old Currumbin Waters man, with a small cut to the back of his head; A 31-year-old Victorian man with a large laceration to the back of his head.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the 31-year-old man may have sustained his injury after being struck by an unknown person using a hammer.

The two groups are believed to have been known to each other.

Officers believe the incident may have been filmed on a mobile phone. Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has seen the footage to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Senior Constable Kurt Foessel from the Elanora Police Beat reports the following:

On the December 16, 2013 the ‘Community by the Sea’ event was conducted at the Palm Beach Parklands, or what is affectionately known to locals as ‘The Pirate Park’ due to the large pirate ship playground near the lagoon.

This is the 5th year the event has been conducted and is a great effort involving the collaboration of a number of community groups. Overseeing the night was the Elanora Police Beat who attends the many committee and planning meetings through the year to ensure the safety and success of the event.

Despite the continuous threat of rain the event saw a large crowd of people estimated at 3000 attend the venue. Ron Workman from the Currumbin RSL is the committee chairman and was very pleased with the outcome of the event and thankfully with the assistance of the Currumbin VMR the fireworks were able to go ahead.

Senior Constable Foessel said it was a real testimony of the community coming together, and he was amazed at the number of people who volunteered their time to make the event a success and the number of sponsors who contributed their time, staff and funds.

A raffle was held and the proceeds went to Youth Music Venture led by Ian Grace a local charity organisation supporting young people. It was also a real treat to see the behaviour of families and people enjoying themselves without any drunken disturbances. The continued partnership between police and the community will ensure the future of this outstanding community event.

Gold Coast police are again seeking assistance from the public in relation to an assault that occurred in Surfers Paradise on October 13, 2013.

Investigations to-date suggest that around 2.30am two men, aged 25 and 26 years, were in a licensed premises in Cavill Avenue when without warning they were each struck the face by two men holding beer bottles.

The men were also punched and assaulted a number of times before the offenders fled the scene.

Police believe that the three men, as pictured below, will be able to assist them with their investigations and are yet to identify them.

The men pictured above, or anyone who may know them are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Policelink on 131 444.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Gold Coast police will continue to focus on assaults and crimes of violence in the city with particular attention to entertainment precincts including Surfers Paradise.

District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Des Lacy said that low tolerance will be given to those people who behave in an unacceptable manner with a focus on acts of alcohol induced violence.

“Our aim is ultimately to make the Gold Coast one of Australia’s safest cities within which to live, work, visit and do business. This can only be achieved through working with our various community partners, the Gold Coast community other government agencies and the Gold Coast City Council”, Acting Chief Superintendent Lacy said today.

In announcing the establishment of Gold Coast City Council’s Mayor Tom Tate’s “Safer Suburbs Forum”, police will commence work immediately with the Gold Coast City Council and other government agencies to reduce the number of alcohol related assaults and crimes of violence.”

“Any form of violence by one person against another in the Gold Coast community is unacceptable and won’t be tolerated. Police will prefer the most serious charges possible against anyone who uses violent behaviour towards another person.

“Anyone who behaves in an anti-social manner towards other members of the community, such as acting aggressively or in an intimidatory manner, can expect to be dealt with to the full extent of the law,” he said.

Acting Chief Superintendent Lacy said that depending on the nature of the conduct, offenders can expect to be arrested, fingerprinted, photographed and processed through the police watchhouse.

“As part of our overall focus of alcohol and violence, police will also be focusing on anyone who maliciously damages property belonging to the city and to other individuals.

“A low tolerance approach will be taken with people consuming alcohol in a public place, which attracts a $110 fine.

Acting Chief Superintendent Lacy said police will be targeting premises where alcohol-related aggression most often occurs.

“Considerable attention will be given to the enforcement of Liquor License Conditions particular regulations relating to the Responsible Service of Alcohol.

“If you have preloaded with alcohol, are intent on drinking in public places or involved in underage drinking you can expect to be dealt with by the police.

“Those intent on behaving anti-socially should carefully consider the consequences of their actions: a criminal history can restrict employment opportunities; travel to some countries; criminal offence matters are normally heard in open court and adverse publicity can affect both lives and reputations,” warned Acting Chief Superintendent Lacy.

“We want people to enjoy themselves when they have a night out but caution people against drinking to excess and behaving in a manner which could result in life-long adverse consequences”.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred in Palm Beach overnight.

A man has entered a fish and chip shop on Seventh Avenue around 9pm and has approached staff and demanded money.

The attendant has refused, and the man has then assaulted the 55-year-old woman with a metal pipe.

The woman suffered lacerations and bruising, a broken collar bone, broken arm and an injury to her back and was taken to the Gold Coast University for treatment.

The man has then left the scene in an unknown direction.

The man is described as being around 180cms tall and has his face covered.

Investigations into the robbery are continuing, and police are appealing to anyone who may be able to assist with their investigations to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Police have charged a man and two women following an incident that occurred in Broadbeach last night.

Around 8.45pm police responded to two males fighting outside the Broadbeach Police Station on Surf Parade and have attempted to separate and arrest them.

During the arrests, it will be alleged that the two men and two women who were with them have assaulted police and spat on them while police were restraining the group.

Officers had one of the men with one of his hands in handcuffs, but he has broken free and ran from police.

The man and the handcuffs are yet to be located.

Two women and a man were taken into custody at the scene.

Three police officers have suffered minor injuries as a result of the altercation.

A 25-year-old New South Wales Man has been charged with serious assault and obstruct police

A 21-year old Coolangatta woman has been charged with one count of obstruct police.

A 21-year-old Currumbin Valley woman has been charged with one count of obstruct police.

Both women are due to appear in the Southport Magistrates Court on February 4.

Investigations are continuing.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or www.Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

A police officer has sustained a broken ankle while attempting to make an arrest at Arundel on the Gold Coast overnight.

Just after 2am police attended a unit on Blythe Street due to a noise complaint.

While in attendance it is alleged police located drug items.

A male police officer was attempting to arrest a woman at the address when it is alleged a struggle ensued and the senior constable sustained a broken ankle.

He was transported to Pindara Hospital where he will be undergoing surgery for his injury.

A 44-year-old woman has been charged with serious assault police causing grievous bodily harm and two counts of obstruct police.

A 17-year-old woman has been charged with serious assault police, possess utensil, possess dangerous drug and obstruct police.

A 29-year-old man has been charged with possess a dangerous drug and three counts of assault/obstruct police.

All three who are from Arundel will appear in Southport Magistrates Court tomorrow, Thursday January 16, 2014.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

In recent times a number of break & enter offences have been reported whereby the offender has gained access to the dwelling via the garage.  In the event you have an internal door dividing these two spaces, please ensure this door is key locked.  If you don’t have a lock, it’s a great idea to get one fitted!

In addition, when parking your vehicle in your garage, please ensure the vehicle is locked and the keys are put inside somewhere out of sight i.e. in a draw.  In some instances when a dwelling is broken into, offenders are decamping from that location in the victim’s vehicle.

And please remember, if you’re thinking about hiding your house keys under pot plants or door mats located near your front door, believe me when I say this is not an original idea!

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

On February 5, Operation Lima Kingsnake was conducted by police in the southern Gold Coast area targeting drug activity.  Search warrants were executed by police at five homes, resulting in the seizure of quantities of Methylamphetamine and Cannabis.

This operation saw police uncover a cannabis hydroponic system, and 12 offenders were arrested by police on 34 drug related charges including Production of a Dangerous Drug, Possess of a Dangerous Drug, Possession of Drug Utensils and Possession of Property used in Connection with a Drug Offence.

“These actions are part of our broader strategy in targeting criminal behaviour on the Gold Coast.  We urge any member of the public who has information concerning the use, sale or manufacture of illicit drugs to come forward to police and provide that information.  We consistently and tragically see that drugs destroy lives and their links to broader criminal offending” said Senior Sergeant Chris Ahearn, Officer in Charge of Palm Beach Police Station.

People can provide information anonymously by phoning Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.

In recent months, a number of robbery offences have been reported to the Police whereby the offender/s have demanded from the victim their personal property such as wallets and mobile phones.

These offences are being committed on the streets and at train stations during the afternoon and late at night.  Often offenders of these types of offences target intoxicated persons, or people they perceive as vulnerable and likely to offer the least resistance.

When out and about we suggest the following:

• Appear confident, self assured and comfortable in your surroundings through strong, positive body language.  Look “streetwise” rather than fearful.
• Be aware of your surroundings and alert to what is going on around you.
• Listen to, trust and act on your instincts.  If you sense danger from someone, something or a place, immediately remove yourself to a safer place.
• Do what you think will best preserve your safety.  Options include running away, screaming, negotiating with the attacker, calling for assistance, and using physical self defence as a last resort.
• Don’t put up a fight for your bag or other possessions.  If someone threatens you and tries to steal your belongings, the safest option is to surrender the items.  Take note of the offender’s description and/or vehicle and immediately report the incident to police.

Remember, everyone has the right to feel safe!

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.

Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.

For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.