An 18-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a home invasion in Carrara, on the Gold Coast. Police allege he forced his way into a home about 4am on Tuesday 14 April 2026. A man, 38, was stabbed several times. His partner, 46, was also hurt. The charges have not been proven in court.
Key Facts
- When: About 4am, Tuesday 14 April 2026.
- Where: A home on Plateau Crescent, Carrara.
- Accused: Dimitri Roussos, 18.
- Charges: Attempted murder, armed robbery, assault occasioning bodily harm, and other offences.
- Victims: A man, 38, in a serious but stable condition, and a woman, 46, with minor injuries.
- Next court date: 25 June 2026.
What Police Allege
Police allege the man forced his way in and woke the couple. They confronted him. Police say he stabbed them before running away. The man was taken to Gold Coast University Hospital.
Earlier That Morning
Police also allege the 18-year-old robbed a 21-year-old man at knifepoint about 1:20am. They say the two met in a fast-food car park to trade luxury watches. Police allege he then tried to get into another Carrara home about 3:30am, but ran off when residents disturbed him.
In Court
He appeared in Southport Magistrates Court. No bail application was made. He stays in custody until his case returns on 25 June.
Calls for More Police
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said: “We need more police on the Gold Coast because our population’s grown.” Southport MP Rob Molhoek said the government had worked hard on crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has been charged?
Dimitri Roussos, 18. The charges have not been tested in court.
How badly was the man hurt?
He was in a serious but stable condition in hospital, the ABC reported.
When is the next court date?
25 June 2026.
Conclusion
The couple survived a frightening attack. The case will now go through the courts.
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