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Guns at the MCG: Two charged for allegedly smuggling firearms
SEN • April 4th, 2025 10:51 am
Two men have been charged after Police allegedly found them in possession of loaded firearms at Thursday’s Collingwood v Carlton clash at the MCG.
Both men will now appear in the Melbourne magistrates court on Friday, and Seven’s Mitch Cleary revealed how Police allege they found the weapons just before half-time of the clash that was attended by over 82,000 fans.
The duo were also both out on bail at the time of the charge. It is unclear how the firearms were brought into the stadium.
“This was a major security breach,” Cleary told SEN Breakfast.
“Two men found their way into the MCG with loaded firearms. They've been remanded in custody overnight, and they will face court today.
“We know the process is meant to unfold outside the MCG when you enter the ground. I was even asked last night to take my laptop out as I went in.
“These two men were in an argument with security refusing to leave last night and it was then when Police were called and brought into the situation just before half-time.
“As part of that, Police searched both individuals (and found the firearms). The extra layer is that we’ve learned upon being charged, they were both out on bail.”
In the wake of the incident, Cleary wouldn’t be surprised if security is tightened up at the venue, leading to longer waits for fans entering the ground on game days.
“Thinking about how this unfolds next, you can only imagine what it's going to be like,” Cleary said.
“You've got Anzac Day coming up, you've got Easter Monday, there's some massive clashes.
“I think security is going to be put into overdrive now. Usually, a reaction is made from these events.
“When there's 90,000 plus going in footy for Anzac Day, I reckon those fans will be in for a long wait going into the ground.”
The MCG has also reportedly recently installed an advanced security screening system that uses AI and advanced sensor technology to detect weapons.
