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November 9, 2026

Assault, grievous bodily harm and robbery, Palm Beach

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Police have arrested another teenager boy following investigations into the assault and robbery of three teenage boys at Palm Beach on Saturday night, June 10.

The 13-year-old was located on Tuesday evening, June 13, in Surfers Paradise. He has been dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justices Act.

During the incidents it is alleged a 15-year-old Elanora boy sustained a broken left leg, and a 15-year-old Burleigh Heads boy sustained facial injuries before their shoes were allegedly stolen.

Public appeal for information

Anyone with further information or vision of the incident, or those involved, are urged to come forward immediately.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2300961488



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