Sydney police to be investigated by watchdog after anti-Herzog protest violence
Summary
The New South Wales Police watchdog will investigate police misconduct claims following confrontations at a protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney. Videos show police clashing with protesters, including a group of praying Muslim men. The investigation will review all evidence and report findings to the state parliament.Key Facts
- The protest was against Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Sydney.
- The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission is investigating claims of police misconduct during the protest.
- Videos show police punching protesters and detaining a group of praying Muslim men.
- A state MP was injured during the protest.
- Thousands of people attended the protest, organized by the Palestine Action Group.
- The NSW Police Commissioner defended the police actions but the police watchdog is reviewing it.
- Police arrested 27 people during the protest, charging nine of them.
- The protest coincided with new "major event" powers limiting protest actions in the city.
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