Victoria police are investigating a man who was caught on video punching and kicking a Trumpet of Patriots volunteer at a pre-polling centre in Melbourne’s southeast.
It is unclear whether the man was speaking about the Trumpet of Patriots’ policies or spam text messages.
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Police say the exact circumstances of the incident are being investigated. A vehicle was damaged but no one required medical treatment.
Across state lines NSW Police have launched multiple investigations in the last week looking into alleged election-related violence and anti-social behavior.
Some including the smearing feces across a truck with a Liberal party ad on it. There were also threats of arson on campaign offices and fighting over campaign signs.
On Tuesday an 18-year-old was charged after Peter Dutton’s Brisbane electorate office was covered in red paint and posters.
The woman is expected to face court later this month.
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