Police are investigating a dangerous driving incident at Surfers Paradise yesterday evening, 23 October.
Shortly before 9pm, a Toyota Hilux utility was reported to have been driving dangerously on the Esplanade before coming to a stop near a metal barrier at the intersection with Staghorn Avenue.
The Toyota is alleged to have then been driven deliberately into the barrier, causing it to fall and injure a 40-year-old Labrador man.
Members of the public attempted to restrain the driver, a 31-year-old Surfers Paradise man, but he is alleged to have fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Officers located the driver nearby a short time later.
He sustained a dog bite during the arrest and received medical assistance at the scene before being transported to hospital for treatment.
The 40-year-old man sustained minor injuries and was also transported to hospital.
Investigations are ongoing.
Quote this reference number: QP2602097786
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