Police hunt anti-lockdown protester after alleged assaults at Shrine
Police continue to search for a man they wish to interview over a scuffle between anti-lockdown protesters and police at Melbourne's Shrine of Remembrance in October last year.
Sixteen people were arrested and three police officers were injured when the October 23 rally during Melbourne's second coronavirus lockdown turned violent.
Several police horses were hit in the head with a flagpole during the event dubbed "Freedom Day" by organisers, and a police van was damaged by protesters pelting objects at it.
Police wish to speak to this man.Credit:Victoria Police
Two police officers suffered minor injuries in a scuffle while arresting two protesters about 2.30pm at the Shrine on St Kilda Road.
Detectives on Thursday released images and descriptions of two men they wished to speak to in relation to the incident. One of the men has since handed himself in to police.
Police are still searching for a second man, who is described as having a medium build, aged 20 to 25 years old, and with short brown hair.
He was wearing a grey-and-black hoodie, black shorts and tights, as well as sunglasses missing a lens that was damaged during the affray.
Anyone who recognises the man or has information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
Rachael Dexter is a breaking news reporter at The Age.