Man arrested over alleged intimate recordings at Sydney’s Bronte Beach

A man’s sensational arrest on a busy beach has been caught on camera as he faces allegations of “inappropriate behaviour”.

A man was arrested at Sydney’s busy Bronte Beach after allegedly recording intimate images without consent on Australia Day.

Police were called to the popular swim spot shortly before 4pm on Sunday following reports of inappropriate behaviour.

Officers arrived and arrested a 63-year-old man, which was captured on camera by the NewsWire, before he was taken to Waverley police station.

He has since been charged with three counts each of intentionally recording intimate images without consent and offensive behaviour in a public place.

He was refused bail to appear before Parramatta Local Court on Monday.

A man has been arrested at Sydney’s busy Bronte Beach after allegedly recording intimate images without consent. Picture: NewsWire / Damian Shaw

Police were out in force across Sydney’s many beaches, including Bronte Beach and Bondi, on Sunday as thousands flocked to soak up the sun.

In a statement, NSW Police said five people were charged on Sunday as part of Operation Australia Day, including for allege knife and assault offences.

Assistant Commissioner Gavin Wood, who led the operation, said he was happy with the way NSW residents conducted themselves on the day.

“The vast majority of people that came out to enjoy the festivities, celebrated safely and responsibly, which made for a good day,” he said.

“Police are continuing to monitor anti-social and dangerous behaviour as the evening festivities continue.

“As celebrations continue throughout the long weekend, keep looking after your mates, if you plan on drinking make sure you have a Plan B – do not drive.”

Thousands of people flocked to Sydney’s beaches on Australia Day. Picture: NewsWire / Damian Shaw

Operation Australia Day kicked off on Friday and will conclude at midnight on Monday, with police to continue to conduct high-visibility operations.

Local officers were supported throughout the weekend by specialist police, including the Riot Squad, Mounted Unit, Dog Squad, Water Police and Polair helicopter.

Officers were also deployed to watch over the annual Invasion Day rally which saw thousands of people marching through Sydney’s CBD from Belmore Park opposite the central train station.

The Australia Day celebrations came as an online survey of more than 21,000 people, conducted by News Corp, showed at least 87 per cent think our national day should remain as it is, and at least three in four Australians declared any government that changes the date would lose their support.

Just 12 per cent of respondents backed calls to change the date, and one per cent advocated for no celebration at all. At Circular Quay, RAAF Roulettes flew over the Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday afternoon.

Police were out in force throughout the day, including at Bronte Beach. Picture: NewsWire / Damian Shaw

Shortly after midday, the annual Ferrython was held in Sydney Harbour, with eager fans watching in anticipation as four ferries competed for first place along the iconic stretch of water.

Four Emerald Class ferries – named after famous Australians including May Gibbs, Catherine Hamlin, Bungaree and Fred Hollow – took up their starting positions at Sydney Harbour Bridge before completing two laps of Fort Denison and towards the SydneyOpera House.

Each vessel was decked out in decorations and bright colours to honour their namesakes, with the teams of each ferry supporting different groups, with May Gibbs supporting the State Emergency Services (SES).

Originally published as Man arrested over alleged intimate recordings at Sydney’s Bronte Beach