Police investigate serious assault at Caboolture

A 30-year-old man is assisting police with their inquiries following the serious assault of a male security guard inside a shopping centre in Caboolture this afternoon.

Around 1.40pm, a man threw a chair at a shop inside the King Street centre before being approached by a security guard.

The man punched the 38-year-old security guard in the face, causing him to fall backwards and strike his head on the ground.

The victim suffered severe head injuries and was transported to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital in a critical condition.

A 30-year-old man was taken into custody in Caboolture late this afternoon.

Investigations are continuing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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