Summary
Police in Western Australia are investigating a possible terrorist act after a man allegedly threw a homemade explosive device at an Indigenous rights protest in Perth. The device did not explode, and no one was hurt. The suspect has been charged with making and possessing explosives and attempting to cause harm.
Key Facts
- The incident happened at an Indigenous rights protest in Perth, Australia, known as an "Invasion Day" rally.
- The protest was attended by thousands of people on January 26, 2026.
- A 31-year-old man was charged with throwing an improvised explosive device.
- The explosive device included nails and metal ball bearings but did not explode.
- Police are investigating the act as a potential terrorist incident.
- The suspect’s home was searched, and materials for making explosives were reportedly found.
- Indigenous leaders and human rights groups have called for a thorough police investigation.
- The Human Rights Law Centre suggested the act could be a hate crime or terrorism based on its nature.
