Jack Gibson-Burrell faces court after being charged with 50 offences, including criminal damage, burglary and shop theftFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Melbourne man alleged to be the creator of the prolific “Pam the Bird” graffiti has been endangering the public by abseiling from buildings and risking the lives of people below, a court has heard during his bail application.Jack Gibson-Burrell, 21, faced the Melbourne magistrates court on Tuesday via video link, after he was charged last week with 50 offences, including criminal damage, burglary and shop theft. Police allege Gibson-Burrell’s vandalism included spray painting the Flinders Street station clock with the signature cartoon-like bird, and had caused more than $100,000 worth of damage.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2025-02-04 06:41:27
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Alleged creator of prolific ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti in Melbourne has endangered the public, court told
