
13-Year-Old Girl Charged with 52 Offences After Alleged Antisemitic Rampage in Melbourne
A 13-year-old girl in Melbourne, Australia, was charged today, Tuesday, with 52 offenses after police said she shouted antisemitic remarks, threw eggs and drove a stolen car toward Jewish families, who narrowly avoided being hit, police announced.
Police said the incidents took place over several days last week across multiple suburbs, including a near-hit targeting Jewish families, along with additional hit-and-run and reckless driving incidents involving stolen vehicles.
Two other girls were also arrested, while the main suspect faces charges including endangering life, theft and hate-based offenses.
In a statement by the Adass Yisroel Kahila provided to Belaaz, it said: “The Kehilla have been in communication with the police in regards to today’s incident. The police have responded that they are aware of the people and expect a swift resolution. They described them as general trouble makers who act terribly in a range of areas and environments. The Senior Sergeant who was on duty tonight has been communicating with the Kehilla and will join tomorrow for the Hachnosas Sefer Torah imyh. They have committed significant Police resources bh.”