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Man arrested at Victorian airport with gun

A man was detained at Avalon Airport for attempting to board a Jetstar flight while armed with a gun.
A passenger saw the weapon, detained the man in a head lock, and informed the Jetstar pilot about the situation.
Victoria Police arrived at Avalon Airport around 2:50 PM and took the man into custody after he was detained.
Jetstar confirmed the incident and emphasized the safety of passengers and crew, noting that no injuries were reported.

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Teenager in court after alleged attempt to board Jetstar flight with shotgun

Jetstar JQ610 flight scare at Avalon Airport as passenger stops alleged gunman. Man with weapons detained, investigation ongoing.

4 months ago·Canberra, Australia

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Australian man with gun detained while trying to board Jetstar flight

An armed man attempting to board a commercial flight at an airport in Victoria was stopped and detained by police.

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The West Australian

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4 months ago

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7NEWS Australia

Teenager dressed as airport worker allegedly tries to board Jetstar plane with gun

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4 months ago·Australia

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Sydney Morning Herald

Man arrested at Victorian airport with gun

Police have arrested a man who allegedly tried to board a Jetstar flight at Avalon Airport armed with a gun.

4 months ago·Sydney, Australia

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The Age broke the news in Australia 4 months ago on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

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