Church leader fined after illegal service
“There were also several people seated at an adjoining cafe connected with the religious group,” he said.“People dispersed without incident upon police arrival.”The spokesman said officers spoke with the organiser of the service who would be issued with an infringement notice for breaching the chief health officer’s restrictions.
“The investigation into the incident remains ongoing with inquiries being made in relation to possible incitement offences,” he said.Under the tough five-day lockdown rules announced by Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews on Friday, no in-person religious gatherings or ceremonies are permitted.Places of worship are also closed other than for broadcasting of services.
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