30 May 2023 | 03:16 AM UTC
Australia: Authorities investigating suspicious package at electorate office, Melbourne, May 30.
Police investigating suspicious package at electorate office in Melbourne, Australia, May 30. Exercise caution.
Event
Police are responding to reports of a suspicious package at Daniel Andrews MP's electorate office in Noble Park, Melbourne, the morning of May 30. Officials have cordoned off the area due to a parcel allegedly containing a white powdered substance.
The nature of the incident remains unclear; police may enact further measures if they confirm a threat to the local community. Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely in the coming hours as investigations continue.
Advice
Exercise caution in the affected area until authorities give the all-clear. Plan for localized traffic disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations. Heed all security personnel instructions.