Australian Man Charged for Restraining Aboriginal Children with Cable Ties
The incident, involving three young Aboriginal children found swimming in a pool, has sparked widespread outrage and discussions on racial tensions.
- A 45-year-old man in Western Australia has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly tying up three Aboriginal children with cable ties.
- The children, aged six, seven, and eight, were found restrained in the driveway of a vacant property in Broome, causing public outrage.
- Video footage of the distressed children has led to calls for calm amid fears of escalating racial tensions in the region.
- Western Australia's premier and police officials have condemned the disproportionate use of force, emphasizing the children's vulnerability.
- The incident has reignited discussions on the treatment of Indigenous Australians, highlighting ongoing issues of discrimination and disadvantage.