Image: Transport for NSW
by GRACE JOHNSON
A group of neo-Nazis wearing black balaclavas waving Australian flags were arrested yesterday in the north of Sydney.
The group of about 60 men was seen at Artarmon Station around 11:30am.
Officers from North Sydney police, the public order riot squad and police transport command waited for the train to arrive at North Sydney station, according to a police statement.
“On arrival, members of the public were directed to leave the train while officers boarded and contained the group of approximately 61 to a few carriages,” police said.
“The group all had their faces concealed and were carrying a number of items, including shields and a flag.”
Police said six people were arrested and taken to Chatswood police station. A further 55 men were issued rail infringement notices for offensive behaviour.
Two men have since been released and issued infringement notices for offensive behaviour.
Police said they are continuing to investigate the incident.
The self-proclaimed leader of the neo-Nazi group, Thomas Sewell, has been ordered to stay away from the city’s Australia Day events.
