Australia news live: charges laid after alleged replica gun scare in Sydney entertainment spot
Summary
Police arrested two men in Sydney after one allegedly showed a fake gun and wore a bulletproof vest with a US flag at a busy entertainment area. The men were charged with firearm and drug offenses, with one denied bail and the other granted conditional bail.Key Facts
- The incident happened at the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park, Sydney.
- One man was wearing a bulletproof vest with a US flag and had a replica firearm, plastic handcuffs, and a toy police badge.
- Police arrived quickly, surrounding the men and causing confusion among nearby shoppers.
- The younger man (35) was charged with having an unregistered, unauthorized pistol in public and for offensive behavior.
- The older man (39) was charged with possession of prohibited drugs found during a search.
- The younger man was refused bail and appeared in court the same day.
- The older man was granted conditional bail and has a court date set for August 20.
- Police acted with uniformed and specialist officers, including tactical gear.
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