‘Consider this a warning': Disturbing video shows anti-Israel group's chilling threat to Victorian business workers
An anonymous 'cell' which claimed responsibility after a firebombing in Melbourne have released a video issuing a 'serious threat' to staff at a Victorian machining manufacturer.
The video shows a masked figure dressed in all black addressing workers at Lovitt Technologies, less than a few weeks after three cars were set on fire and graffitied with anti-Semitic messages outside the business.
'Let there be no illusions as to what this was,' the figure said.
'This was not an accident nor thoughtless vandalism; this is a clear and serious threat.'
The figure in the video says Lovitt Technologies workers have watched on as Israel 'accelerated genocide' in Gaza, and addresses 'oppression, ethnic cleansing and murder' of Indigenous Australians.
'Every worker in this supply chain is complicit,' the person said.
'You have had years to contemplate the consequences of your actions.'
'We will decide your fate, as you have decided the fate of millions.'
The person goes on to reveal terrifying information held by members of the anonymous group.
'For the past few months we have been closely watching you,' the figure said. — Australian Jewish Association (@AustralianJA) July 13, 2025
'We have your addresses.'
'Stop arming Israel, or else…'
Further along, the masked figure encourages others to take action using fire starters.
'Be mindful of fingerprints and DNA,' the person said.
'Every colony will burn, land back and liberation will grow from their ashes.'
'Death to Israel, death to Australia, death to America.'
Australian Jewish Association chief executive Robert Gregory said the video is a 'deeply troubling escalation,' and it is only a matter of time before someone is physically harmed.
'This is a deeply troubling escalation and a clear incitement to domestic terrorism,' he said.
'Authorities must act urgently – before someone is seriously harmed or killed.'
A Victoria Police spokesperson said the video was being reviewed, and anyone with information is urged to come forward.
"Investigators are aware of a video circulating where a group has claimed responsibility for the incident," they said.
"The video is being reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation."
Sky News Australia has contacted Lovitt Technologies for comment.
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