A driver has allegedly attempted to force police cars off the road in a high speed incident near the Gold Coast today.
Around midday, police say a speeding motorist was forcing other vehicles off the road on the M1 between Ormeau and Gaven.
The driver also allegedly attempted to force a number of responding police vehicles off the road.
The pursuit ended when vehicle ran out of petrol at Gaven.
The driver, believed to be in his 30’s, then allegedly assaulted two police officers and attempted to steal a police vehicle, before being detained.
He remains in police custody.
Two police officers are receiving treatment for minor injuries.
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