Queensland Man Charged Over Alleged Anti-Semitic Online Threats

The man now faces two charges, with a total maximum penalty of seven years’ imprisonment.

Detectives talk to the suspect during an investigation. Courtesy of the Australian Federal Police

Police have arrested and charged a 56-year-old Queensland man for allegedly making anti-Semitic posts on social media.

The investigation started in September 2025 when a string of anti-Semitic comments and threats against the Jewish community were posted on the messaging platform Telegram.