Police have charged a 28-year-old man following an alleged attempted sexual assault and robbery in Southport yesterday, 22 May.
It will be alleged about 11pm, a 28-year-old man has attempted to sexually assault a 19-year-old woman before stealing her personal property outside a university accommodation on Parklands Drive.
The matter was reported to police, and the woman was taken to hospital, where she received medical treatment and professional support.
A crime scene was declared in the vicinity of a building near Science Road and Multimedia Lane.
Following investigations, detectives from the Gold Coast District Criminal Investigation Branch executed a search warrant at a Southport address later that day, where a 28-year-old Southport man was taken into custody.
The man has been charged with one count each of attempted rape, robbery with violence and possessing dangerous drugs (methylamphetamine).
He was remanded in custody and is due to appear before Southport Magistrates Court on 25 May.
Quote this reference number: QP2600980500
If you've experienced sexual assault, it is not your fault and you are not alone. There are multiple ways to report what has happened to you depending on your situation.
If there's an immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). You can also report online via: https://forms.police.qld.gov.au/launch/SexualAssault, over the phone or face to face at a police station.
There are also Alternative Reporting Options available depending on your situation.
For confidential information, counselling and support, call the State-wide Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 or 1800 RESPECT for 24-hour help.
