Titans streaker Javon Johnson writes heartfelt apology to crash-tackling security guard

The saga involving a streaker who was crash-tackled by a security guard at an NRL game on the Gold Coast has taken a stunning twist in the form of a heartfelt apology and savage trolling.

The security guard who crash-tackled a female pitch invader at an NRL game on the Gold Coast has received counselling – and the backing of his boss, over the ordeal.

Two spectators rushed the field during last night’s Titans match against Penrith, sparking concerns the foolish practice is trending, following incidents at matches in Sydney this month.

The guard’s textbook tackle on Javon Johanson during a Titans match against Parramatta earlier this month went global but sparked a vicious backlash against both of them.

Johanson was subjected to savage trolling online and the guard also came under fire, igniting a debate over whether he went too far in his treatment of the pitch invader.

Streaker, Javon Johanson is tacked by a security guard during the Titans clash with Parramatta. Picture: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

However, during Johanson’s appearance before a Gold Coast court this week, it was revealed the 28-year-old hotel reservations officer had written a personal apology to the security guard and she issued a plea for him to escape any sanctions over his actions.

“I am truly sorry to have placed you in the position I placed you,” she wrote.

“I sincerely hope that I have not put your employment or position into any jeopardy.

“I certainly would not support any action being taken against you.”

While the Infront Group security guard has declined to speak about the fallout from the incident, company CEO Matthew Bhimbhai said Johanson’s apology was well-received.

“It was pretty good of her to do it (send him an apology) and it was very well-received by all of us.

“He was certainly pretty happy to read it.”

Javon Johanson is taken from the field. Picture: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images

Mr Bhimbhai said the guard had been given counselling to help process the backlash over the incident but was still actively working.

“He’s still a valued member of our team,” he said.

Johanson, who also wrote letters of apology to the Titans, Eels and the NRL, managed to avoid a fine of more than $5000 that usually confronts ground invaders and was instead issued with a three-month good behaviour bond by Southport Magistrate Janice Crawford.

During the court appearance, Johanson’s defence lawyer Campbell MacCallum said she had already received “extra-curial punishment” in the form of brutal online abuse, while her boyfriend of three years broke up with her over the incident.

Javon Johanson outside Southport Magistrates Court. Picture: Adam Head.

However, there are fears the decision by the court not to fine Johanson will do little to deter others from considering the same stunt.

The NRL and Stadiums Queensland are still considering what sort of ban from venues Johanson will be subjected to, but the behaviour of two spectators who rushed the field at Robina on Friday night might force their hands.

Stadium officials are still reviewing how Johanson was able to run almost the entire length of the field before being captured by security and another female spectator managed to run a similar distance on the arena last night before being apprehended.