- Kevin De Vroom, 45, wanted for physically attacking a Queensland police officer
- The 45-year-old was pulled over on December 22 by a motorcycle officer
- De Vroom allegedly punched, kicked and choked police before fleeing
- He fled in a white 2009 Toyota Hi-Ace Van with Queensland plates 730WDZ
A man is on the run from police in Queensland after he allegedly kicked, punched and choked a police officer on Friday.
Kevin De Vroom, 45, was pulled over by a motorcycle officer around 4.30pm, travelling southbound on Maleny-Montville Road at Balmoral Ridge.
The 45-year-old became hostile, physically assaulting the officer by punching and kicking him in the head.
Kevin De Vroom, 45, is on the run from Queensland Police after allegedly kicking, punching and choking an officer on December 22
The officer was forced to use his taser and capsicum spray but that did not stop De Vroom’s attack.
The man then allegedly tried to choke the officer before stealing his helmet, which had a police-issued Body Worn Camera attached.
De Vroom then fled in his vehicle, a white 2009 Toyota Hi-Ace Van with Queensland registration plates 730WDZ.
Police have released a photo of the attacker and his vehicle and have warned the public not to approach the man.
De Vroom then fled in his vehicle, a white 2009 Toyota Hi-Ace Van with Queensland registration plates 730WDZ
The 47-year-old male police officer was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital with facial injuries, but was later discharged.
Anyone who may have seen De Vroom or knows of his whereabouts is urged to contact police immediately.
Police would also like to appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the assault to contact Policelink on 131 444.