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NSW Police Watchdog to Investigate Misconduct During Anti-Herzog Protest
(MENAFN) The New South Wales Law Enforcement Conduct Commission has launched an inquiry into allegations of misconduct by officers following clashes at a protest against a visit by Isaac Herzog. The commission said it was acting in the "public interest" after receiving a “significant number of complaints” regarding Monday’s police operation.
Footage from the rally appeared to show officers punching protesters and forcibly removing a group of praying Muslim men. A state MP reported sustaining injuries during the clashes. NSW Police Commissioner previously defended his officers, stating they had shown “remarkable restraint” despite some protesters failing to follow directions.
The commission confirmed it will review all evidence, including video footage, and hold hearings before submitting a public report to the state parliament.
The protest attracted thousands of participants opposing Herzog’s visit. Critics accuse him of inciting genocide against Palestinians in Gaza—a claim he denies. The Australian government invited Herzog despite objections from pro-Palestinian groups, arguing that his visit could help the Jewish community recover after an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in December.
Palestine Action Group, which organised the protest, welcomed the investigation and demanded the resignation of NSW Police Commissioner Malcolm Lanyon and Premier Chris Minns. Amal Naser from the group said: "The police operation bore all the hallmarks of a police riot, targeting peaceful demonstrators. Genocide is a crime. Protest is not."
The Australian National Imams Council also condemned the conduct, stating it did not reflect “the Australia we know” and reiterated calls for an official apology.
Footage from the rally appeared to show officers punching protesters and forcibly removing a group of praying Muslim men. A state MP reported sustaining injuries during the clashes. NSW Police Commissioner previously defended his officers, stating they had shown “remarkable restraint” despite some protesters failing to follow directions.
The commission confirmed it will review all evidence, including video footage, and hold hearings before submitting a public report to the state parliament.
The protest attracted thousands of participants opposing Herzog’s visit. Critics accuse him of inciting genocide against Palestinians in Gaza—a claim he denies. The Australian government invited Herzog despite objections from pro-Palestinian groups, arguing that his visit could help the Jewish community recover after an antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach in December.
Palestine Action Group, which organised the protest, welcomed the investigation and demanded the resignation of NSW Police Commissioner Malcolm Lanyon and Premier Chris Minns. Amal Naser from the group said: "The police operation bore all the hallmarks of a police riot, targeting peaceful demonstrators. Genocide is a crime. Protest is not."
The Australian National Imams Council also condemned the conduct, stating it did not reflect “the Australia we know” and reiterated calls for an official apology.
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