The Sydney protest that led to a record number of complaints against police
A record number of over 800 complaints have been filed against NSW Police regarding their handling of a protest in Sydney. The Law Enforcement Conduct Commission is investigating allegations of police heavy-handedness during the anti-Herzog protest. Chief Commissioner Peter Johnson has called for stronger powers to access police documents to expedite investigations.
- ▪The complaints stem from the February protest against Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
- ▪The LECC has described the NSW Police as obstructive and overly defensive in their responses.
- ▪Johnson emphasized the need for simpler and stronger powers to avoid delays in misconduct investigations.
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