A man has been reported after discharging a flare at a public event in Adelaide.
Police were called to War Memorial Drive, Adelaide, at about 3.45pm on Sunday 14 June, following reports that a flare had been deployed within a crowd at a soccer World Cup public viewing event.
Patrols attended and located a 29-year-old Glenelg North man, who was reported for discharging a flare and disorderly behaviour. He was issued with a three-month barring order from major event venues in Adelaide and will be summonsed to court in the coming months.
Police are aware of other flares being discharged around the same time and are making enquiries to identify those responsible. Anyone with information that may assist can contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or call 1800 333 000 and quote 156274.
Flares are designed for emergency use only and can pose a serious risk of injury or fire when used in crowded public areas. Police remind the public that misuse of flares is dangerous and may result in significant penalties.
