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Swords, Axes Seized as Man Charged Over Online Threats to Federal Politicians

Several individuals have been charged in recent months over threats to parliamentarians.
Swords, Axes Seized as Man Charged Over Online Threats to Federal Politicians
Medieval swords and axes seized by police during a raid. Courtesy of the Australian Federal Police
Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
2/5/2026|Updated: 2/5/2026
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The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have charged a Queensland man suspected with making social media threats against multiple federal MPs.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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