Man, 56, arrested after allegedly threatening staff of WA MP Hannah Beazley with nunchucks
Key points
- WA Police have arrested a 56-year-old man after he allegedly entered the electoral office of WA MP Hannah Beazley and threatened staff with nunchucks. Police say the man was causing a disturbance outside the Albany Highway office in Victoria Park on Wednesday, around 1.15pm, and made verbal threats while holding the weapons.
- He was arrested in Bentley and is assisting police with inquiries. No injuries were reported and no charges have been laid.
- Ms Beazley, who was not in the office at the time, said her staff were shaken and that her focus is on their welfare.
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