Overview

• Two men, aged 21 and 27, were arrested at the MCG on Thursday night after refusing to leave when challenged by security.
• Police discovered both men were carrying concealed, loaded firearms and ammunition, despite the venue's upgraded AI security measures.
• The men, already on bail for prior offenses, have been charged with multiple firearm-related crimes and are set to appear in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
• The incident occurred during a Collingwood-Carlton AFL match attended by over 82,000 fans, with no injuries reported.
• Investigations are ongoing into how the weapons bypassed the AI-powered weapon detection system implemented at the MCG in 2024.