Union condemns police raids on Seven over Schapelle as ‘heavy handed’

February 18, 2014 12:59

The union which represents journalists has this afternoon condemned today’s raid on Channel Seven by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) labelling it “heavy handed” and a “complete over reaction.”

This morning police raided the TV network looking for documents related to the interview the network’s Sunday Night program has reportedly lined up convicted drug smuggler Schapelle Corby.

The Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) said they were concerned about the number of officers being used and the AFP’s decision to raid multiple locations.

“We are very concerned at today’s events,” MEAA spokesman Paul Murphy said. “The heavy handed response of police seems a complete overreaction.”

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Nic Christensen

Nic Christensen worked for Mumbrella from 2013 to 2016, in roles including deputy editor and media & technology editor. He is former media writer for The Australian and has also worked as a reporter for The Daily Telegraph and senior producer for Radio 2GB.

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