Two men have been charged following a violent altercation with police at a pub in inner Sydney on October 15, 2023. The incident occurred at Bar Broadway after the city hosted an anti-immigration protest known as the “March for Australia.”
Witnesses reported that a group of individuals were “yelling offensively” at passers-by, prompting police intervention around 17:40 local time. During the attempt to disperse the group, a 48-year-old man allegedly assaulted a police constable. In the ensuing confrontation, another man, aged 29, also reportedly assaulted the officer. The constable sustained minor injuries as a result of the incident.
Videos circulating online captured the chaotic scene, showing two men fleeing from police while officers deployed pepper spray in an effort to apprehend them. Following a brief pursuit, both men were taken into custody.
The charges against them include affray, assaulting a police officer in the execution of duty without actual bodily harm, and hindering or resisting a police officer in the execution of duty. Both individuals have been refused bail and are scheduled to appear in court on Monday, October 16, 2023.
Authorities are seeking assistance from the public for any additional information about the incident. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
