Investigation launched over unauthorised access at Australian GP

Police are investigating a social media stunt at the recent Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. The incident involved two content creators posing as security guards to gain access to restricted areas at Albert Park. A video posted on TikTok showed the pair entering secured corporate facilities just ahead of the race. They reportedly claimed that the stunt was either performed or supervised by professionals. This follows a similar prank at a previous LIV Golf event where people disguised as workers blended into the crowd. The Australian Grand Prix Corporation confirmed that an investigation is currently underway. Initial inquiries have started, and relevant stakeholders are being contacted. However, they stated they cannot comment further while the investigation continues. The security at Albert Park is managed by MSS Security. The pranksters forged passes to enter the venue after initial access attempts were blocked. MSS Security released a message thanking those involved in ensuring safety during the event. They declined to comment specifically on the incident. The content creators are known for their pranks, which often involve surprising unsuspecting people with various antics. This year's Australian Grand Prix attracted a record 465,498 attendees over three days, surpassing last year’s numbers by over 13,000 fans. Organizers implemented stricter security measures this year, including newly built gates for fan access after issues in 2023 when fans broke through barriers during the race. As a result, the FIA fined the event organizers $200,000 for the security breach.