On February 15, police spoke with the victim who detailed his injuries and made a formal complaint. The victim sustained injuries including bruising around his eyes, a broken nose, pain to his ribs and a deep laceration which extended along his left shin. Findling told police on the night of the incident he was heavily intoxicated and had consumed at least 15 drinks. Findling stated he was assaulted by someone prior to the incident and believed the victim he was kicking had been the one who committed the act. Findling added it was not his proudest moment . He was arrested and transferred to the Gladstone watch-house where he was bailed to attend Gladstone Magistrates Court.