Protest arrests, Broadbeach
Police have arrested five people following protest activity in Broadbeach this morning.
Around 9:00am a group of people were protesting on Kurrawa Beach before moving into the Broadbeach Mall.
Four men were taken into custody in the mall precinct after refusing to cooperate with police.
Another man was arrested for a breach of bail offence in Kurrawa Park.
Initial information indicates whilst in the back of the police van, a man attempted to harm himself.
Officers responded and were able to prevent him from doing so before calling for medical assistance.
The man was transported to hospital for observation in a stable condition.
The Queensland Police Service respects the right of people to protest lawfully and peacefully in Queensland but will not tolerate disruptive behaviour during the Commonwealth Games and associated events.
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