Charges laid as inquiries continue – Strike Force Seasoned

A man has appeared in court today charged as part on ongoing inquiries by Strike Force Seasoned into an alleged assault.
Strike Force Seasoned was established by the Central Metropolitan Region in response to an unauthorised protest in Sydney’s CBD on Saturday 24 July 2021.
Investigations commenced after a senior journalist, covering the protest, was allegedly assaulted and had his mobile phone stolen at Victoria Park, Broadway.
Following inquiries, strike force investigators arrested a 54-year-old man at a home on Brighton Street, Petersham, just before 7pm yesterday (Monday 26 July 2021).
A search warrant was executed at the home with officers seizing relevant clothing, a mobile phone, and cannabis.
The man was taken to Newtown Police Station and charged with affray, two counts of common assault, possess prohibited drug, steal from person and not comply with noticed direction re s 7/8/9 – COVID-19
He was refused bail to appear at Newtown Local Court today (Tuesday 27 July 2021), where he was formally refused bail to reappear at the same court on Tuesday 17 August 2021.
As investigations continue, police have released vision of two men who may be able to assist with inquiries.
Both men are described as being of solid build.
One man is depicted with facial hair, and is shown wearing dark pants, a grey hooded jumper, with a dark puffer vest, black sneakers and a black cap. He was wearing a black satchel bag.
The second man is shown wearing black tracksuit pants, black sneakers, a grey and black hoodie with a light-coloured cap, with his face covered.
Investigators are following up every report, with 58 people charged and 135 PINS have been issued.
Anyone with information on the identity of the two men, or with vision of the weekend’s protest activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers through the online portal or by contacting 1800 333 000. Every single report will be investigated.
Police continue to appeal to the community to report suspected breaches of any public health order or behaviour which may impact on the health and safety of the community by contacting Crime Stoppers: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.