Williams Landing man charged over Nazi salute.
A Williams Landing man is among seven people charged after allegedly performing the Nazi salute at a venue in Geelong on Saturday, 8 February 2025.
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The charges follow an investigation into an image circulating online showing a group of men making the banned gesture.
Detectives from Geelong Crime Investigation Unit reviewed CCTV footage from a Bell Park venue on Separation Street as part of their inquiries.
A 25-year-old man from Williams Landing is one of those charged with public display or performance of Nazi symbols or gestures. Others facing charges include:
• Two 20-year-old men from Newtown
• A 19-year-old man from East Geelong
• A 22-year-old man from Lara
• A 22-year-old man from North Geelong
• A 23-year-old man from Geelong
All seven men have been charged on summons and are due to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 6 May 2025.
Under Victorian law, the public display of Nazi symbols or gestures carries a maximum penalty of up to 12 months in jail, a fine of $23,710, or both.
Victoria Police has reiterated that antisemitic, racist, or hate-based behaviour has no place in society and will not be tolerated.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
