The senior police chief revealed his growing frustration as he fronted up to the media for the third week running to warn against 'yet another' protest set to take place in Melbourne's CBD tomorrow. 9News
but who continued to defy police orders could be arrested and summoned to appear in court, where fines of up to $20,000 can be issued.
The warning comes as the top cop revealed a 43-year-old man had been arrested at his home in Melbourne yesterday. Officers had also issued verbal warnings to "a number" of people who had expressed interest in attending the rallies. Assistant Commissioner Cornelius defended the officers' conduct, saying he believed they were polite and professional and acted "appropriately".
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