An Australian jockey has been detained by Malaysian immigration officials while attempting to leave the country using a different passport.
The Malay Mail Online said the intoxicated 41-year-old was reportedly found with two Australian passports at Kuala Lumpur Airport before an altercation ensued with security staff.
The jockey, who has apparently worked in the region for the past decade, remains in immigration custody according to the Mail.
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The detained jockey is reported to be South Australian Noel Callow who had two Australian passports at check in.
“We have viewed the CCTV footage and based on our investigations concluded the case be referred to Immigration authorities for their perusal as the passenger was found with two Australian passports,” said Penang police chief Assistant Commissioner Aziz Ali, as reported by The Malay Mail.
G1X reported today that Callow’s licence to ride in Victoria will come under scrutiny following the airport incident.