A Geelong local has been arrested for displaying a Nazi symbol.
Detectives from the Echo Taskforce executed a search warrant at a Bell Park address and located the man’s vest, with a patch displaying the symbol.
It was seized by police, the man taken into custody on Tuesday morning and interviewed by investigators.
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The 55-year-old Bell Park man is a member of the Black Uhlans Outlaw Motorcycle Gang.
He is expected to be charged on summons with public display or performance of Nazi symbols or gestures.
Police said there is no place in our society for antisemitic or hate-based symbols or behaviour.
Anyone with information about the motorcycle gang’s activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
