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AUSTRALIAN Defence Force officer who claimed to have been assaulted by two men in Sydney’s west while in full uniform has withdrawn his claim with police.
The 41-year-old male claimed that he had been threatened and assaulted by two men of Middle Eastern appearance in Bella Vista on Thursday morning while on his way to work.
He said he had suffered minor bruising.
The alleged incident followed the shooting death of an 18-year-old terror suspect and double-stabbing of police officers in Melbourne.
With community tensions running high, the claim also sparked the Australian Defence Force to warn their personnel about being careful when wearing their uniform in public.
Defence force chief Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin apologised for the incident.
“On behalf of the Australian Defence Force I would like to apologise to the Australian community and in particular the Middle Eastern community for any angst this has caused,” he told reporters in Canberra.
The ADF will continue working with NSW police in investigating the sailor’s claim.
A statement issued by Defence said: “The incident highlights the need to remain calm and sensible in the current environment. It also reinforces the need to avoid speculation to allow authorities the appropriate time and space to conduct their investigations.”
Air Chief Marshal Binskin told News Corp Australia yesterday that he had not altered his view that he would not tell Defence members to not wear their uniform.
However, he urged them to be diligent and to look out for each other as the risk grew of reprisal attacks by Islamic militants and their supporters angered by Australian involvement in Iraq.
“I have not issued any change to my previous direction,” he said.
“It remains — think about where you’re going, be aware of your surroundings, and exercise common sense and judgment when considering where and when to wear your uniform in public.”
Air Chief Marshal Binskin used his Facebook page to urged his people to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid being distracted by their mobile phone while they were in public.
“Tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to return,” he wrote.
“Try to park in high traffic, well lit areas with good visibility and lock your car when it’s unattended, even if it’s in the garage.”
He also advised them to consider downloading an app on their smartphone that links a person and their location to emergency services.
“Simple steps like these can help you and your family feel more at ease — but most importantly, make sure you look out for each other.”
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The 41-year-old male claimed that he had been threatened and assaulted by two men of Middle Eastern appearance in Bella Vista on Thursday morning while on his way to work.
He said he had suffered minor bruising.
The alleged incident followed the shooting death of an 18-year-old terror suspect and double-stabbing of police officers in Melbourne.
With community tensions running high, the claim also sparked the Australian Defence Force to warn their personnel about being careful when wearing their uniform in public.
Defence force chief Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin apologised for the incident.
“On behalf of the Australian Defence Force I would like to apologise to the Australian community and in particular the Middle Eastern community for any angst this has caused,” he told reporters in Canberra.
The ADF will continue working with NSW police in investigating the sailor’s claim.
A statement issued by Defence said: “The incident highlights the need to remain calm and sensible in the current environment. It also reinforces the need to avoid speculation to allow authorities the appropriate time and space to conduct their investigations.”
Air Chief Marshal Binskin told News Corp Australia yesterday that he had not altered his view that he would not tell Defence members to not wear their uniform.
However, he urged them to be diligent and to look out for each other as the risk grew of reprisal attacks by Islamic militants and their supporters angered by Australian involvement in Iraq.
“I have not issued any change to my previous direction,” he said.
“It remains — think about where you’re going, be aware of your surroundings, and exercise common sense and judgment when considering where and when to wear your uniform in public.”
Air Chief Marshal Binskin used his Facebook page to urged his people to be aware of their surroundings and to avoid being distracted by their mobile phone while they were in public.
“Tell someone where you’re going and when you expect to return,” he wrote.
“Try to park in high traffic, well lit areas with good visibility and lock your car when it’s unattended, even if it’s in the garage.”
He also advised them to consider downloading an app on their smartphone that links a person and their location to emergency services.
“Simple steps like these can help you and your family feel more at ease — but most importantly, make sure you look out for each other.”
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