Two men charged after scaling Optus Stadium tower during Metallica

Two men have been arrested and charged with trespass after allegedly climbing a central tower inside Optus Stadium during Metallica’s concert in Perth on Saturday, Western Australia Police said. The men, a 20-year-old from Carey Park in Bunbury and a 23-year-old from Australind, were removed from the venue by officers and have been summoned to appear in court at a later date.

Police said the pair scaled the tower located within the stadium bowl during the band’s performance, prompting stadium security and police to intervene. Footage shared from the event shows the men on the structure before officers ordered them to come down and took them into custody. Both appeared to be unharmed, and no injuries were reported to authorities.

The incident occurred as Metallica launched the Australian leg of their M72 World Tour in Perth, their first shows in the country since 2013. The band performed a two-hour set for a large crowd, playing a mix of classic hits and newer material. Support acts included Evanescence and Suicidal Tendencies, and a pop-up store in Perth sold exclusive tour merchandise such as vinyl, posters and themed apparel in the days leading up to the concert.