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Man Banned for Nazi Salute at AFL Match

9/15/2025

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A 39-year-old man from Pratten received a lifetime AFL ban for allegedly performing a Nazi salute during a match in Brisbane on September 13, 2024.
The incident occurred during the national anthem at the Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast Suns game.
Police arrested him after a spectator reported his actions.
He faces a charge of public display of a Nazi salute and will appear in court on September 29.
Authorities are investigating potential links to far-right groups but have found none so far.

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A 39-year-old man from Pratten received a lifetime AFL ban for allegedly performing a Nazi salute during a match in Brisbane on September 13, 2024.
The incident occurred during the national anthem at the Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast Suns game.
Police arrested him after a spectator reported his actions.
He faces a charge of public display of a Nazi salute and will appear in court on September 29.
Authorities are investigating potential links to far-right groups but have found none so far.