Several mountain bike riders have been injured after crashes while trying to avoid logs and rocks deliberately placed on a Nerang trail, police say.
They have released a comfit image of the man who they believe is responsible for placing the obstacles in the Nerang State Forest.
“The items placed on the bike trail appear to be strategically placed to force riders to either crash into them or crash whilst avoiding them,” Nerang Police Senior Sergeant Peter Gordon said.
“It is certainly concerning that riders have suffered injuries as a result of these incidents.
“Anyone found to be intentionally placing items across bike trails could potentially face serious charges as a consequence.”
Senior Sergeant Gordon said the man was involved in a confrontation with riders last week, when he became abusive towards them.
The man has been described as Caucasian, aged in his 40s, with short dark hair, a solid build and is missing front teeth.
He was wearing a black Led Zeppelin t-shirt, black shorts, a black cap and sunglasses. The man had also been sighted in the area once before, and was wearing a Pink Floyd t-shirt on that occasion.
Police have asked anyone who recognises the man or has information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppers.com.au.
