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Lawyer says video from Town Hall protest shows 'degrading' police treatment

Outlet: ABC News Australia · Alexander Lewis · Published 19/10/2026 21:33 UTC

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In the video clips, police can be seen grabbing protesters by the head or neck at a rally against the Israeli president in Sydney.

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  1. Headline · detected on 19/10/2026 23:25 UTC

    New Lawyer says video of Sydney from Town Hall protest shows excessive force, court told 'degrading' police treatment

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https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-20/nsw-new-cctv-of-police-town-hall-sydney-protest/107285036
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19/10/2026 21:33 UTC
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