Queensland police staff member sentenced for antisemitic posts on Threads

Muamer Nukic, a 51‑year‑old employee of the Queensland Police Service’s Protective Services Group, appeared before the Brisbane Magistrates Court and pleaded guilty to nine offensive and antisemitic comments posted on the social‑media platform Threads between February 2024 and January 2026.

The court heard that the comments included advocacy of violence and rape, as well as the use of a "100" emoji in response to a post that described Jewish people as a "disgusting infiltration." Prosecutors said the posts breached Queensland’s laws against using a carriage service to menace, harass or cause offence, leading to 41 separate charges.

During sentencing, the magistrate imposed a nine‑month good‑behaviour bond and a $1,000 penalty. Nukic’s wife and daughter were present in court. His legal representative argued that Nukic, who was diagnosed with post‑traumatic stress disorder after witnessing atrocities during the Bosnian war as a child, had been "triggered" by recent events in Gaza.

Nukic arrived in Australia at age 18 and has worked for the Queensland Police Service’s Protective Services Group. The case highlights ongoing concerns about extremist content on social‑media platforms and the application of existing legislation to address online harassment and hate speech.

Queensland Police officials did not comment on the individual case but reiterated the department’s commitment to upholding community standards and enforcing relevant laws against hate‑motivated conduct.