Muslim community in shock after police opt not to arrest man accused of crashing Ballarat Iftar dinner

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Australian Associated PressMarch 11, 2026 at 02:27 AM

Muslim community in shock after police opt not to arrest man accused of crashing Ballarat Iftar dinner

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A Muslim community in Ballarat, Victoria, is expressing shock after police did not immediately arrest a 37-year-old man accused of disrupting an Iftar dinner. The incident occurred on Sunday at a community hall in Alfredton, where the man allegedly forced his way into the gathering and hurled racist abuse. The man was described as partially undressed. Federal MP Tony Burke is expected to discuss the police response with Australian Federal Police Commissioner Krissy Barrett on Wednesday. The incident is under investigation.

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