Rocks thrown at buses, Palm Beach

Police investigating incidents of rocks being thrown at two buses at Palm Beach last night are appealing for public assistance.

Between 9pm and 9.15pm two buses travelling along the Gold Coast Highway near the exit with Thrower Drive had their windscreens damaged when rocks were thrown at them.

Two Tasmanian tourists- a 78-year-old woman and her 80-year-old husband- sustained very minor cuts to their hands when they were showered with glass from a smashed windscreen. The pair did not require medical treatment.

Police, including the dog squad conducted searches in the area however the offender/s had fled the scene.

Anyone who may have any information that can assist with this investigation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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.