Update: Man charged over armed robbery attempt, Main Beach
A man has been charged in relation to the alleged wounding of a shopkeeper during an attempted armed robbery at a Main Beach business early this morning.
It is alleged that around 2.30am, a man entered the Main Beach Parade convenience store armed with a knife and demanded money.
It is further alleged the store attendant became involved in a scuffle with the armed man, during which time the shopkeeper sustained a wound to the neck.
The man then ran away empty handed.
The male shopkeeper received a non-life-threatening injury to his neck and has been taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital for treatment.
A 27-year-old man from Main Beach has been charged with attempted armed robbery, wounding and enter premises with intent.
He is due to face Southport Magistrates Court today.
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.
