VIC:Police praise cricket fans at MCG

AAP General News (Australia)
12-26-2010
VIC:Police praise cricket fans at MCG

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MELBOURNE, Dec 26 AAP - Police have praised cricket fans for their behaviour on the
first day of the Boxing Day Test.

Fifty-four people were evicted from the Melbourne Cricket Ground, five of them arrested
for being drunk and one for drug possession.

Officers also issued 18 infringement notices for behavioural offences.

Victoria Police acting superintendent Paul Pottage said he was impressed with the crowd
behaviour.

"The crowd behaved exceptionally well this year and it's a credit to the organisers
and the fans," he said.

"Police have always encouraged people to attend and have a good time, but to be mindful
that their behaviour (affects) other people attending the match."

More than 110 people were evicted from the ground on the corresponding day last year.

Acting Supt Pottage said he was confident the good behaviour would continue for the
rest of the Test.

Police have warned that drunk and unruly fans face on-the-spot fines of up to $478.

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