Australia: Police responding to shooting incident in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, April 14

Event

Police are responding to a shooting incident that occurred near Southern Cross University in Coffs Harbour the morning of April 14. Details of the incident remain unclear, but the shooting injured at least one person. There are no reports of other casualties.

Officers are on the scene, and officials indicate that an operation is ongoing. Authorities have closed northbound lanes of Pacific Highway (A1) between Sawtell Road and Stadium Drive and southbound lanes of Hogbin Drive near the incident site. Northbound traffic extends approximately 15 km (9 miles) on Pacific Highway. Localized road closures and transport disruptions are also likely; lingering congestion is possible once the operation concludes.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Use alternative routes if traveling northbound on Pacific Highway. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.