Penrith's Grand Final celebrations turn wild
The streets of Penrith erupted in chaos overnight as locked-down fans celebrated the Panthers' hard-fought NRL Grand Final win over the South Sydney Rabbitohs.
Police moved in as a crowd of hundreds converged on the Penrith Leagues Club.
Drivers were seen doing burn-outs, while passengers in other cars sat in the boot and waved Panthers flags.
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Panthers fans took to the streets to celebrate after Penrith's Grand Final win. 9News
Another popular spot for revellers was the family home of Panthers five-eighth Jarome Luai.
The riot squad, the dog unit and PolAir were all deployed to the area.
Some officers were reportedly pelted with objects.
Crowds of hundreds converged in places. 9News
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At least one person has been charged.
A 22-year-old P-plate driver from Mount Druitt will face court in November.
He's been charged with several driving offences, after allegedly doing burn-outs, and also reportedly accelerating at police officers in some of the crowds.
Police were deployed to break up the gatherings. 9News
The Panthers won their third NRL Premiership last night, defeating the Rabbitohs 14-12.
It was the Penrith club's second grand final in a row, after losing to the Melbourne Storm last year.
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