“They seem to be more interested in making it a kind of a police statement or something about enforcing the law,” he claimed.
Officers declared a crime scene, temporarily shutting down the bar and seizing all five posters. The gig was cancelled, and patrons were kicked out for several hours.
Howe said he was shocked as the posters were satirical and “obviously parody art with a distinct anti fascist message”.
“I struggled to understand how anyone could assume anything else,” he said.
”I was shocked and surprised. I don’t think their response or their actions were warranted.”
Howe said the posters have been up for a month and have received a positive response.
“Enquiries in relation to the posters are continuing, including seeking legal advice on their legality,” ACT Policing said in a statement.
“ACT Policing remains committed to ensuring that alleged antisemitic, racist and hate incidents are addressed promptly and thoroughly and when possible criminality is identified, ACT Policing will not hesitate to take appropriate action.”
UK-based protest art group Grow Up Art are the creators of the posters.
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