Serious assault charge, Maroochydore

Detectives from the Sunshine Coast CIB have overnight charged a young male following an incident at a bus terminal on Horton Parade, Maroochydore on December 14.

It will be alleged around 1.30am three men have become involved in a verbal argument with a 33-year-old man at the bus terminal.

During which time the man was allegedly punched causing him to fall to the ground and strike his head on the concrete footpath.

The 33-year-old man received bruising and a laceration to the head requiring stitches.

Following investigations a 19-year-old man was arrested and charged overnight with one count of assault occasioning bodily harm. As the incident occurred within the Maroochydore Safe Night Out Precinct an application for a banning order will also be made.

The man is due to appear in court on January 19.

Officer in Charge of Sunshine Coast CIB, Detective Senior Sergeant Daren Edwards said it was a timely reminder about the importance of the “one punch can kill” message.

“It is important for people to realise that one stupid decision can have very serious consequences both for the victim and the offender,” Senior Sergeant Edwards said.

“One punch can lead to someone losing their life and someone else facing very serious charges. We all need to take responsibility for our actions and understand the serious consequences that may result when we take physical action.”

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