A man has been charged after allegedly robbing a popular Gold Coast tavern at knifepoint.
The 31-year-old is accused of threatening staff at Helensvale Tavern around 5.15pm yesterday.
He then allegedly forced his way into a cash register, before fleeing on foot with a wad of cash towards Brisbane Road.
Following a six hour manhunt, the accused was tracked down in Southport and arrested.
The Biggera Waters man has been charged with armed robbery, obstruct police and possession of a prohibited medicine.
He’s due to front Southport Magistrates Court today.
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