Detectives from the Longreach Criminal Investigation Branch have charged a 34-year-old Longreach man, following an investigation into the alleged display of a flag featuring offensive racial vilification.
Police executed a search warrant at a Falcon Street address on February 4, seizing the flag.
As a result of the investigation, he has been charged with displaying a prohibited symbol.
The man was issued a notice to appear before Longreach Magistrates Court on March 19.
The QPS takes all instances of threats against cultural and religious communities with the utmost seriousness.
Everyone in Queensland has a right to feel safe, to not feel threatened or victimised. The QPS urges anyone who feels threatened or fearful by the actions of others to contact police.
QPS remains committed to community safety and engaging with people from across our culturally diverse society to help foster relationships and build upon platforms for community engagement.
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