The Australian Federal Police (AFP) have arrested an Afghan citizen over allegations of possessing violent extremist content.
The AFP said on Sunday, September 13, that Mohammad Ahmadzai, 30, a resident of Roxburgh Park in Melbourne’s northwest, had been charged with possessing violent extremist content.
According to reports, videos showing shootings and the killing of hostages were found on his mobile phone.
Reports said Ahmadzai had planned to travel to Afghanistan via Abu Dhabi to visit his ill father, but was arrested after speaking with Australian Border Force officers.
He has also been charged with failing to provide police access to an electronic device.
Ahmadzai is scheduled to appear in court again on Tuesday, September 15.
If convicted, the charge of possessing violent extremist content carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison.
