Shocking Incident at Bayside Christmas Carols in Melbourne
Families and community members attending a Christmas carols event in Melbourne’s south-east were left shocked after teenagers, allegedly armed with machetes, clashed with police last night.
Incident Details
The Bayside Christmas Carols in the Park was held at Dendy Park in Brighton East yesterday when the teenagers allegedly armed with machetes began to fight just after 8.30pm. CCTV vision shows the moments when the teenagers fled the scene while being chased by police.
Response from Authorities
Victorian MP James Newbury reported that the teenagers were arrested near Dacey Street. He mentioned in a social media post, “Thousands attended Bayside Carols in Brighton East last night. Families watched as gangs with machetes arrived and clashed with police. A chase followed down Glencairn Ave with offenders dumping machetes over fences as the chase ensued.”
Fortunately, there were no injuries reported during the incident. A Bayside City Council spokesperson confirmed that the incident took place outside the event boundary and did not impact the Christmas carols event. The spokesperson reassured that the council works proactively with Victoria Police and private security to ensure the safety of all attendees at the Carols event.
Legal Actions Taken
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy and two 16-year-old boys with a number of offences, including assault with a weapon, unlawful assault, and possessing a controlled weapon. All three teenagers have been bailed and are scheduled to appear at a children’s court at a later date.
Conclusion
The incident at the Bayside Christmas Carols in Melbourne has raised concerns about safety and security at community events. It serves as a reminder of the importance of collaboration between authorities and event organizers to ensure the well-being of all attendees.
FAQs
1. Were there any injuries reported during the incident?
No, there were no injuries reported in the clash between teenagers armed with machetes and the police at the Bayside Christmas Carols event.
2. What legal actions have been taken against the teenagers involved?
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy and two 16-year-old boys with various offences, including assault with a weapon, unlawful assault, and possessing a controlled weapon. All three teenagers have been bailed and are scheduled to appear at a children’s court.