The racist sign appeared on a store window in Melton, Melbourne (Picture: Twitter/funkycarbon/)

A convenience store in Melbourne has sparked outrage after displaying a racist sign on its shop window.

A picture of the shocking notice appeared on social media on Friday after it appeared in a store in Melton in the west of Melbourne.

The sign read: ‘Because the 14-18 year old black always steal. Prohibit 14-18 year-old blacks and dogs into the shop.’

Since being posted online, the store has been criticised by dozens labelling it a ‘hate crime’ and ‘disgusting’.


Others claimed they did not see anything wrong with the notice and said they would support the business in the future, although it is clearly discriminatory.



Victoria Police are reportedly aware of the sign and are investigating.

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