Michael Voss

2024 - 8 - 27

From Coffee to Cuffs: Michael Voss Turns a Morning Brew into Heroics!

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You won't believe what AFL coach Michael Voss did on his coffee run! Heroic chase, dramatic arrest - find out how he became a local legend!

In a jaw-dropping turn of events, Carlton AFL coach Michael Voss transformed his morning coffee run into a dramatic scene straight out of an action movie. On Tuesday morning in Hawthorn, while lining up for his beloved brew at the Barton Milk Bar, Voss witnessed a high-stakes situation unfold. Two young alleged car thieves attempted to flee after crashing a stolen vehicle, and instead of simply watching, Voss sprang into action like a seasoned superhero, chasing the suspects down the street with determination and grit.

The incident escalated quickly, much like one of Voss's game-winning strategies on the field. As the alleged culprits attempted to escape on foot, the Carlton coach made a split-second decision to intervene. With the adrenaline pumping and coffee nearly forgotten, Voss tackled one of the 16-year-olds to the ground in what would soon be hailed as a citizen's arrest. Witnesses erupted into applause as Voss showcased his athleticism off the field, proving that his skills extend beyond coaching and into a realm of commendable bravery.

Passersby couldn’t quite believe their eyes as footage of the incident emerged online, depicting Voss's incredible act of heroism. Local café goers cheered him on, encapsulating the spirit of community that often shines in times of crisis. Voss himself described the moment as "a bit of action," and his modest reflection of the event only amplified his charm, revealing that even AFL heroes have humble hearts and a deep sense of duty to protect their neighbourhoods.

In the frenzy of the incident, Voss's timely actions not only prevented a possible escape by the alleged thieves but also cemented his status as a local legend. Following his club's nail-biting inch into the finals just days prior, Voss proved that he can hold his ground both on and off the field. In related news, the incident has sparked discussions about increasing safety measures in local communities, stressing the importance of vigilance and collective participation in maintaining public order. After all, who could’ve imagined a simple coffee run would lead to such riveting everyday heroism?

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AFL coach Michael Voss makes dramatic arrest of alleged car thief ... (ABC News)

A Melbourne cafe owner has recounted the dramatic moment Carlton AFL coach Michael Voss gave chase to two young people who attempted to flee the scene of a ...

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Carlton coach interrupts coffee run to stop alleged car thief (The Age)

AFL players and coaches might have a week off for the pre-finals bye, but there was no rest for Carlton coach Michael Voss on Tuesday morning.

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AFL coach performs citizen's arrest after car crashes on Melbourne ... (9News)

The incident unfolded outside the Barton Milk Bar in Hawthorn, where Voss and many other locals were grabbing their morning coffee just before 9am. Police ...

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Blues coach tackles armed 16yo to the ground in citizen's arrest (Herald Sun)

Carlton coach Michael Voss has turned from footy hero to local hero, helping stop an alleged car thief two days after his club scraped into the finals.

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Carlton coach Michael Voss turns local hero with citizen's arrest ... (7NEWS.com.au)

The AFL coach chased down two men after a car crashed while he was waiting for a coffee.

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Carlton coach Michael Voss tackles armed car thief while doing ... (Daily Mail)

Carlton coach Michael Voss has chased down an alleged car thief who crashed a stolen car while he was buying coffee on Tuesday morning.

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Vision emerges of AFL coach in 'incredibly brave' citizen's arrest ... (Fox Sports)

Vision emerges of AFL coach in 'incredibly brave' citizen's arrest after stolen car incident.

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Carlton coach Michael Voss makes citizen's arrest after alleged thief ... (The Guardian)

'It was a bit of action,' AFL coach says after detaining 16-year-old in Hawthorn who allegedly ran from Mercedes that had flipped on to side.

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Ex-Lions hero Michael Voss turns superman - citizens arrest of two ... (InQueensland)

Carlton coach Michael Voss has performed a citizen's arrest while getting coffee after he saw two teenagers trying to flee from a stolen car.

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Vossy the hero: Blues coach detains teen fleeing from crashed car (AFL)

CARLTON coach Michael Voss has performed a citizen's arrest while getting coffee after he saw two teenagers trying to flee from a stolen car.

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Carlton coach interrupts coffee run to stop alleged car thief (WAtoday)

AFL players and coaches might have a week off for the pre-finals bye, but there was no rest for Carlton coach Michael Voss on Tuesday morning.

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The rules and risks behind making a citizen's arrest in Australia ... (ABC News)

Usually police make arrests, but the actions of AFL coach Michael Voss in chasing down an alleged car thief and detaining him has highlighted a rarer type ...

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New details in AFL coach's citizen's arrest (Daily Telegraph)

A Melbourne cafe owner who helped AFL legend and Carlton coach Michael Voss make a citizen's arrest said the footy star “has definitely still got” his ...

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