Overview
- Police say a man grabbed the girl by the shoulders near Miles St in Coolangatta just before 9am Thursday.
- The man released her and ran away, and officers said the girl was not injured.
- A 21-year-old was located in Coolangatta that afternoon and is assisting with enquiries.
- 7NEWS reported the 21-year-old remained at Coolangatta Police Station that night.
- The Department of Education said the school notified families, offered support to the student, and urged vigilance as investigations continue.