A new Sydney police officer was investigated after a video showed him holding two fake guns. Police later found they were cake decorations.
Key Facts
- Officer: a 20-year-old Burwood police officer, Nine reported
- Event: his family’s graduation party
- The guns were made of marzipan or ganache
- No offence was found
What Police Said
Superintendent Christine McDonald said: “They’re made from marzipan or ganache-type material, so that they’re actually cake.”
She said: “If they were replica firearms, he’d be out of the force already.”
Another guest posted the video, not the officer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Were the guns real?
No. They were cake decorations.
Did the officer lose his job?
No. No offence was committed.
Who posted the video?
Another person at the party.
Conclusion
A cake turned into a big lesson for a new officer.
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