Police have charged seven men who allegedly performed the Nazi salute at a venue in Geelong on Saturday 8 February 2025.
The charges follow an extensive investigation into an image circulating online which depicted a group of men performing the prohibited gesture.
Detectives from Geelong Crime Investigation Unit retrieved CCTV footage from the Bell Park venue on Separation Street as part of their inquiries.
All seven men have been charged on summons for public display or performance of Nazi symbols or gestures.
Those charged are:
• Two 20-year-old men from Newtown;
• A 25-year-old man from Williams Landing;
• A 19-year-old man from East Geelong;
• A 22-year-old man from Lara;
• A 22-year-old man from North Geelong; and
• A 23-year-old man from Geelong.
All will appear at Geelong Magistrates' Court on 6 May 2025.
The maximum penalty for public display of Nazi symbols or gestures is a fine of up to $23,710, 12 months' jail or both.
Victoria Police stresses there is absolutely no place in our society for antisemitic, racist or hate-based behaviour and such activity 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
