Victorian police investigate allegation a car drove deliberately at speed towards anti-racism protester
Summary
Victorian police are investigating claims that a car drove quickly toward a protester during an anti-racism rally in Melbourne on July 25. The protester was hit on the legs by the car, and witnesses say racial abuse was shouted from the vehicle. Police confirmed they know about the event and are looking into the matter.Key Facts
- Over 150 people attended a peaceful anti-racism rally in Broadmeadows, Melbourne on July 25.
- The protesters marched on a two-lane road, occupying one lane.
- A car driving on the same road honked its horn and a passenger opened the door twice, allegedly trying to push people aside.
- Video shows a protester kicking the car before it clipped him on the legs and sped away without slowing down.
- Witnesses reported hearing racial abuse shouted from the car.
- Several protesters reported the incident to police within hours and days afterward.
- Police confirmed awareness of the rally and said the incident is under active investigation.
- Organizers and community leaders expressed concern that police did not attend the rally to provide safety.
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