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I Was Actually There

Program: Port Arthur massacre 1996 | Craig Harwood

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When the gunman responsible for the Port Arthur massacre staged a siege in the final hours of the incident, he was believed to have taken hostages. Craig Harwood led the Police Special Operations team tasked with containing the killer. As the hours wore on, Craig took on the role of sniper. He shares his perspective, from behind the sight.

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  • Host: Kirk Docker
  • Senior Producer: Michelle Ransom-Hughes
  • TV Series Producer: Loni Cooper
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Craig Harwood

Port Arthur, Crime, Massacres

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