A 68-year-old man has been arrested in Sydney for allegedly wearing a shirt displaying an offensive symbol near the building where the royal commission into antisemitism is being held, according to New South Wales police.
Incident Details
In a statement, NSW police reported that the man was initially issued a move-on direction by officers patrolling outside a building on Clarence Street, Sydney, around 11am. He complied with the direction and left the area.
However, later that day, at approximately 2.45pm, the man voluntarily attended Manly police station, where he was arrested by officers from Operation Shelter. He remains in custody as investigations continue.
Commission's Response
The royal commission into antisemitism released a statement expressing their dismay, saying they were “appalled that such an item of clothing was worn in the vicinity of our hearing venue.”
The arrest underscores the heightened sensitivity surrounding the commission's proceedings, which are examining the rise of antisemitism in Australia. Police have not disclosed the specific symbol on the shirt, but it is considered offensive under Australian law.
