BREAKING: Seven men, dubbed the Liverpool Seven, have issued an urgent warning to their community following their dramatic arrest by armed police in Sydney. Released without charges, they claim to have been victims of racial profiling during a high-tension operation linked to fears of a potential violent act at Bondi Beach.
In a gripping video shared on social media, the men urged others to comply with law enforcement during any encounters, stating, “Don’t resist arrest. Just let them do their business.” The warning comes after the group was stopped under dramatic circumstances, with police intercepting their vehicles on December 22, 2025. Tactical officers believed they were linked to alleged gunmen planning an attack.
The men assert they were simply on holiday, and after spending a night in custody, they were released without any charges. “It was a false alarm, but they have accepted that,” said Farid Nagi, a friend of the group, in the video filmed near Tom Uglys Bridge in southern Sydney. He emphasized the rising tension and urged others to exercise caution.
The group expressed gratitude for the support they received during their ordeal, with one member stating, “The brotherhood we experienced in Sydney, we will never forget it.” Despite their release, the men are preparing to take legal action against the authorities for their treatment, with Nagi confirming, “They deserve to be compensated.”
Earlier, NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed that there was no connection between the Liverpool Seven and the recent Bondi Beach terror attack that claimed 15 lives. However, he noted that the motive behind their police interception remains unclear. “While we don’t know the specific threat posed, we were not prepared to tolerate any risk,” Lanyon stated.
The dramatic arrest involved officers patting down the group while they were restrained on the ground, with police vehicles seen colliding with their car during the operation. Eyewitness accounts described the scene as chaotic and alarming.
As details continue to emerge, the Liverpool Seven’s message resonates amid growing concerns over racial profiling and police conduct. Their appeal serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of encounters with law enforcement in a climate of heightened security awareness.
What happens next? The Liverpool Seven are set to return to Melbourne and are likely to pursue their claims for compensation, while authorities continue to assess the implications of the incident. The community is urged to stay vigilant, as tensions remain high in the aftermath of the arrest.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
