Man Arrested Following Incident at T2 Domestic Terminal
Sydney Airport saw police raiding it early on Wednesday morning following an accidental gun discharge during an arrest inside the T2 domestic terminal.
Australian Federal Police (AFP) officers were summoned at approximately 6 am to respond to a call from an airline regarding a suspicious man. The 41-year-old Victorian male was reported to have become physically and verbally aggressive when approached by officers and was subsequently arrested.
Police Investigation Underway
AFP officers maintain security at Australian airports
During the arrest, a passerby inadvertently fired his gun. No one was hurt, and there is no present danger to the public. A crime scene was established outside gate 53 in the west terminal wing as probes began.
AFP Acting Commander Scott Raven confirmed that the incident is under internal investigation, where the man’s reported abusive conduct made the situation tense. AFP will look into the incident of the discharge of the weapon.
Charges Laid Against the Accused
The accused’s behavior against the man is listed as obstruction, hindrance, intimidation, and interference with a Commonwealth officer, as well as creating a breach of peace in an airport. The crimes carry a maximum sentence of two years in prison or a fine of 3300.
He is charged with filming an intimate image without consent, surreptitious recordings, and intentionally painting with blue paint in the Mascot police station; he was arrested and bailed conditionally and is to appear before the Downing Centre Local Court on 1 September 2025.
Lockdown and Airport Operations
There was said to be a partial lockdown in the T2 terminal following the incident. Video from Sydney radio station 2GB showed the man on the ground being pinned by several individuals, an AFP officer looming over him holding a rifle.
Even though it was being disrupted, one of the Sydney Airport spokespersons reassured that the spokesperson assured that the airport was running on a normal schedule, and flights were not being cancelled. The Virgin Australia and Jetstar services, as well as the Rex services, were all on time as far as domestic arrivals and departures were concerned.
Witness Accounts of the Incident
Witnesses told 2GB that there was an almighty crash when the struggle broke out that sent people in the nearby café areas ducking for cover. One witness was across a coffee shop when the gun was fired.
Sources told the station that the man allegedly attempted to grab an AFP officer’s firearm while the incident took place. Police have not confirmed this but stated the investigation will demonstrate the correct order of events.
AFP Safety Message to Travellers
The AFP also inculcated in the passengers the See it when it was arrested. Hear it. Report it—airport safety campaign. It happens when a traveler is asked to report any action that is suspicious, like unattended luggage or attempts to avoid security checks, or the presence of people in secure areas, like sterile areas.
The AFP has revealed that those who are either aggressive or lawless in the airports would be immediately handled by the law enforcers in the best interest of the people.
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Last Words—What Can Passengers Do in Such Cases?
The authorities underscored that even though this incident closed on a safe note, public cooperation is important in maintaining security in congested transport hubs. Can you respond in the event of an unexpected disruption at an airport?
