Jewish teenagers chased and threatened by car in Melbourne

A car with occupants shouting antisemitic slurs and Nazi salutes chased a group of Jewish teenagers near a synagogue in southeast Melbourne, nearly striking one as they fled. Police said the suspects were identified and the teenagers, aged 15 and 16, were left shocked.

• Melbourne, Australia
• Jan 19, 2026
• Severity 2 of 5 — Harassment, threats, or intimidation