The Epoch Times
The Epoch Times
AD
The Epoch Times
Support Us
Australia News

Victorian Police Marching in LGBT Parade Pelted With Paintballs

Police are investigating the actions of 50 individuals who yelled abuse and attacked officers.
Victorian Police Marching in LGBT Parade Pelted With Paintballs
Police gather near Flinders Station in Melbourne, Australia. Melanie Sun/The Epoch Times
Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
2/5/2024|Updated: 2/5/2024

Victorian Police will investigate the actions of up to 50 protestors who ambushed officers participating in the Midsumma Pride LGBT parade on Jan. 4.

One hundred police were marching in the event unarmed, including sworn officers, the pipe band, public servants, and protective services officers.

Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
Author
Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
Author’s Selected Articles

Albanese Raises Concerns With Trump Administration After Aussie Journalist Shot in LA Riots

Jun 10, 2025
Albanese Raises Concerns With Trump Administration After Aussie Journalist Shot in LA Riots

Teen Injured in Machete Attack Just Weeks After Victoria Fast-Tracks Weapon Sales Ban

Jun 10, 2025
Teen Injured in Machete Attack Just Weeks After Victoria Fast-Tracks Weapon Sales Ban

NSW Libertarian MP Pushes Bill to Enshrine Gun Rights in State Constitution

Jun 08, 2025
NSW Libertarian MP Pushes Bill to Enshrine Gun Rights in State Constitution

South Australia Puts More Than $8 Million of Taxpayer Money Towards UN Climate Summit

Jun 05, 2025
South Australia Puts More Than $8 Million of Taxpayer Money Towards UN Climate Summit
Related Topics
MELBOURNE
protesters
LGBTQ
pride march
St Kilda
Save
The Epoch Times
Copyright © 2000 - 2025 The Epoch Times Association Inc. All Rights Reserved.