Scathing warning to people harassing royal commission witnesses
Royal Commissioner Virginia Bell has issued a stern warning against the harassment of witnesses in the inquiry into antisemitism in Australia. She expressed concern over the rise in online hate messages directed at those who have shared their experiences. The commission is actively monitoring these incidents and has referred at least one case to the Australian Federal Police for further investigation.
- ▪Virginia Bell warns against the intimidation of witnesses in the antisemitism inquiry.
- ▪Witnesses have reported a significant increase in online hate messages.
- ▪The commission is documenting instances of harassment and has referred one case to the Australian Federal Police.
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Royal Commissioner Virginia Bell issues warning to those harassing witnesses giving evidence to antisemitism inquiryBy Phoebe PinTopic:Royal CommissionsTue 26 May 2026 at 10:25amTue 26 May 2026 at 10:25amTue 26 May 2026 at 10:25amVirginia Bell says the royal commission is keeping a close eye on any instances of intimidation or harassment of witnesses. (ABC News)abc.net.au/news/bondi-antisemitism-social-cohesion-royal-commission-opening/106721922Link copiedShareShare articleThe royal commissioner examining antisemitism in Australia has issued a scathing warning to people who have intimidated and harassed witnesses who have given evidence to the inquiry.Dozens of witnesses have given evidence to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion this month, providing examples of abuse…
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