AFP has executed 3 search warrants, seized mobile devices, and confiscated clothing items allegedly bearing terrorist symbols.
The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is investigating 14 individuals for allegedly displaying symbols linked to terrorist organisations during a Melbourne protest in September.
Acting Commissioner Ian McCartney, in his Senate Estimates opening statement, confirmed the probe involves over 90 hours of CCTV and police body camera footage review.
As part of the investigation, the AFP has executed three search warrants, seized mobile devices, and confiscated clothing items allegedly bearing terrorist symbols.
“If relevant thresholds are met, the AFP will provide briefs of evidence to the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions to determine if charges will be laid,” McCartney said.
Although he withheld further details to protect the operation, he assured that the investigation would proceed transparently.
In addition, the AFP is examining whether some discourse about deceased terrorists or ongoing Middle East events meets criteria for urging violence or advocating terrorism.
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