In Australia, an employee Security services slapped an 11-year-old boy during an arrest.

According to police, the child was detained on suspicion of committing an offense. During the arrest, he resisted, insulted the officers, and then spat at a female officer. After that, she struck him in the face.

Victoria Police Commissioner Shane Patton stated that the officer's actions were an act of self-defense, noting that at this stage, the police do not plan to take disciplinary action against her.

At the same time, lawyers and human rights activists criticized the police decision, calling such a reaction disproportionate, especially considering that the boy was a minor and was handcuffed.