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Man Charged After Producing 30‑Centimetre Knife at City Park Carols

Police urge witnesses to come forward after a swift arrest.

Overview

  • Police say the man produced a black‑handled knife about 30 centimetres long while seated near the stage at City Park around 5:45pm Sunday.
  • Attendees moved away as officers responded immediately and arrested the 48-year-old Kings Meadows resident without further incident.
  • He was charged with being unlawfully armed in public and detained to appear in court on Monday.
  • Authorities reported no physical injuries and said there was no ongoing threat following the arrest.
  • Investigators asked anyone with information to call 131 444 and quote reference 791372.