08 Sep 2023 | 02:44 PM UTC
Australia: Authorities investigating suspected vehicle ramming in Melbourne as of early Sept. 9
Officials investigating suspected vehicle ramming in Melbourne, Australia, early Sept. 9. No ongoing threat.
Event
As of early Sept. 9, authorities are investigating a suspected vehicle ramming incident in Melbourne that occurred late Sept. 8. Emerging reports indicate a local motorist is suspected of intentionally ramming into pedestrians at a tram stop between the intersection of Bourke and Swanston streets before crashing into two vehicles near Russell Street at around 18:20. The incident has left one person killed and five others wounded. Officials have detained the suspect and indicated that there are no ongoing threats to the public or links to terrorism based on preliminary operations; investigations are underway to determine the cause of the incident. Associated localized tram service disruptions are occurring on Bourke and Swanston streets. Authorities are likely to provide updates over the coming hours.
Advice
Heed the directives of officials in the area. Plan for some localized road travel and tram disruptions.
