Man charged after dramatic citizen’s arrest on the Gold Coast

A dramatic citizens arrest took place at a popular Gold Coast shopping centre this afternoon.

Around 1.30pm, a man was seen running out of The Good Guys in Homeworld Helensvale, believed to be carrying stolen goods.

Witnesses say they saw Good Guys employees chasing the man, before a nearby tradesman tackled him to the ground.

Police were then called to the scene, where they took a 34-year-old into custody.

The Greenbank man has since been charged with stealing and possessing dangerous drugs.

He is due to front Southport Court tomorrow.