Melbourne teen alleges he can blow up city, faces bail denied
A 17-year-old Melbourne boy allegedly told a juvenile inmate he could 'blow up the whole of Melbourne' after being arrested on March 24. Authorities discovered bomb-making manuals and extremist propaganda during a raid on his home. Prosecutors argue the teenager poses a significant community risk and oppose his bail request.
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Published 02 Jul 2026, 08:56 UTC · Updated 02 Jul 2026, 09:00 UTC
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