Two teenagers charged after violent incident at Canberra Oztag match
Two 16-year-old boys were charged with assault after an alleged coordinated attack on a young player at an Oztag event.
Two 16-year-old boys were charged with assault after violence at an Oztag match on October 29 at Calwell playing fields in Canberra. One of the boys faces an extra charge of breaching bail.
A third 16-year-old got a caution for breaking a personal protection order. Police say a group of teenagers attacked one player, then assaulted multiple adults who tried to stop it.
A fourth teenager remains under investigation. Threats were reported afterward.
Police sent officers to Oztag games at Calwell on November 5.
Why it mattersYouth violence at community sporting events threatens the safety of young players and volunteers. The threats afterward show how incidents can escalate and affect entire families.
AustraliaThe assault has shaken confidence in community sports in Canberra's south and prompted schools and sporting bodies to increase security at events.
