The Australian military began patrolling the streets of Sydney on Aug. 2 to monitor a COVID-19 lockdown, with some even tasked with going door to door. About 300 unarmed military personnel were going to people’s houses to check whether individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 were isolating at home, Sydney police commissioner Mick Fuller told reporters at a press conference. Fuller said the military operation would be “centered around the welfare of the community and ensuring that stay-at-home orders … are observed,” according to SBS. “Police officers will be assisted by ADF personnel as they deliver food parcels, conduct welfare door-knocks, and go through compliance checks of stay-at-home and self-isolation orders,” he said. The sight of military troops on the ground drew condemnation from several groups and locals. Australian Defence Force Brigadier Michael Garraway said troops won’t be enforcing any laws. “I want to say right up front that we are …
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