Police investigate after footy fans cars badly damaged Sydney Olympic Park
Saturday, 24 Jul 2010 11:42am
Police are conducting inquiries after cars belonging to two Parramatta NRL fans were vandalised at Sydney Olympic Park overnight.
About 9.30pm yesterday (Friday 23 July) at the conclusion of the Bulldogs v Eels NRL match at ANZ Stadium a 33-year-old Panania woman and 24-year-old Carlingford man returned to Uhrig Road, where they had parked their 2006-model Mazda sedan and 2007-model Holden Commodore.
Upon arrival, they discovered their cars which they had decorated in Parramattas traditional blue and gold colours badly damaged.
Both vehicles had been covered in blue and white paint, while bricks had also been thrown through two of the Mazdas windows.
Police from Flemington Local Area Command were alerted to the incident and attended the scene.
A canvass of the surrounding area was carried out in a bid to identify any potential witnesses.
Investigating officers are now seeking public assistance as they continue their inquiries.
Anyone who witnessed the act of vandalism or has any information that might assist police is urged to contact Auburn Police Station via Crime Stoppers in 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, police remind members of the public that secure parking areas are available on site at Sydney Olympic Park, which are patrolled by security staff and covered by closed-circuit television, and encourage them to use them.
