Carlton legend Marc Murphy has performed a sensational citizen’s arrest in Rome, moments after saving an Italian chauffeur from an alleged unprovoked assault. Last month, the former Blues skipper broke up a brawl that hospitalised two men while his family watched – all just hours after landing in Italy off the back of a long-haul flight from Melbourne. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Marc Murphy performs citizen’s arrest in RomeKnow the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today ArrowBystanders cheered and applauded Murphy for the heroic act. A 22-year-old homeless Tunisian man accosted the group, allegedly screaming at the driver before punching him in the face, causing significant injury. Be the first to know: Add 7NEWS as your preferred news source on GoogleMurphy sprung into action as his family watched on.