Man accused of pushing woman down stairs at Noosa Heads pub

Police release image of man they believe can assist with investigation into alleged assault on two security guards

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Police are searching for a man accused of assaulting two security guards, including pushing a 60-year-old female guard down a flight of stairs, at a pub in Noosa Heads in the early hours of Saturday.

The man was removed from the 4 Pines pub, on the corner of Noosa Drive and Sunshine Beach Road, about 2.30am on Saturday, police said. He was stopped by security when he tried to re-enter the venue.

He is then accused of punching a 27-year-old male security guard in the face before pushing the 60-year-old female guard down a set of stairs and fleeing the premises.

The 27-year-old guard from Pacific Paradise suffered a minor injury to his face, while the 60-year-old guard from Kin Kin was uninjured.

Police have released an image of a man they believe can help with their investigation into the alleged assault on October 10 and have asked the man, or anyone who recognises him, to contact them.

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Analysis

Why This Matters

  • Two security guards were allegedly attacked while working at a licensed venue in the early hours, and the suspected offender has not been identified.
  • Police are relying on members of the public to recognise the man from the released image.
  • The case draws attention to the safety of security and hospitality staff at late-night venues.

Background

The alleged assault took place at a 4 Pines pub in Noosa Heads, a popular coastal town on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. When other investigative avenues are exhausted, police commonly release images of people they wish to speak with and ask the public for help identifying them.

Key Perspectives

Police: They believe the man pictured may be able to assist with the investigation and have asked him, or anyone who recognises him, to come forward. Venue security staff: Two guards were allegedly attacked during the incident, with one suffering a minor facial injury and the other pushed down stairs. The public: Community assistance is central to the investigation, with police appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

What to Watch

  • Whether the man comes forward or is identified following the release of his image.
  • Whether charges are laid if the man is located.

Sources

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