Event Brief
Mick Malthouse says he fought intruder with pole
Filed: Apr 27, 2026 at 2:03 AM ET
Summary: A Melbourne court heard Mick Malthouse swung an exercise pole and hit an alleged intruder in the head during a home invasion attempt.
WHO: Mick Malthouse
WHAT: He defended his family during an alleged attempted home invasion and hit an intruder with an exercise pole, court heard.
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 1:38 AM ET
WHERE: Melbourne, Australia
WHY: No motive has been reported.
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