(UTV|COLOMBO) – Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has said an attack involving a car in Melbourne was a “shocking crime” but an “isolated incident”.
On Thursday, a 32-year old man drove his car into pedestrians on Flinders Street, injuring 19 people.
Police have said the driver had a history of mental illness and drug abuse but no known extremist links.
He had “attributed his actions to perceived mistreatment of Muslims”, said a senior officer.
The man, who was arrested at the scene by an off-duty officer, is an Australian citizen of Afghan descent who arrived in Australia under a refugee programme.
Investigations were continuing, said Mr Turnbull.
Courtesy: BBC
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