Man to stand trial over alleged serious attack at Sunshine Coast beach
A 30-year-old man will stand trial for grievous bodily harm following an alleged violent attack on a 60-year-old woman at an Australian beach. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over walking a dog in a dog-free zone.
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Demonstrates the legal consequences of violent altercations arising from local rule disputes in public spaces.
Thomas Keys will face a trial after being charged with grievous bodily harm. ( ABC Sunshine Coast: Josh Dye )
Thomas Keys, 30, faced court over an alleged beach attack on the Sunshine Coast in 2025.
Police allege he attacked a 60-year-old woman after a dispute about having his dog on a dog-free beach.
Mr Keys was committed to stand trial in the District Court.
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Police allege Thomas Keys, 30, caused grievous bodily harm to 60-year-old Kathy McKenzie during an alleged attack at Peregian Beach in April 2025.
The incident occurred when Ms McKenzie confronted Mr Keys about his dog running off-leash on a dog-free beach, telling him it was not allowed.
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