Artist behind Shane Warne mural facing possible criminal damage charges
A street artist who painted a Shane Warne mural on a brick wall in Carlton is facing possible criminal damage charges.
Jarrod Grech had almost finished the artwork on the wall of a Canning Street residence when police pulled up after receiving reports of graffiti.
The artist told Tony Jones he’s been painting on the wall “for years” and has tried to contact the owner multiple times, but hasn’t been able to find them.
“The windows are boarded up,” he said.
“Usually I find the owner’s details and I ask them for permission, and then usually if they don’t like it I just spray it back.”
Mr Grech has been asked to attend the Melbourne West Police Station for an interview on the alleged criminal damage.
“From a legal standpoint I don’t have a leg to stand on,” he admitted.
“I’ll be getting permission from now on.”
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