12 Jul 2024 | 03:05 AM UTC
Australia: Police activity ongoing in West End, Townsville, as of the afternoon of July 12
Police activity ongoing in West End area of Townsville, Australia, afternoon July 12. Exclusion zone in place; avoid the area.
A police operation is underway in the West End area of Townsville as of the afternoon of July 12. Police declared an exclusion zone encompassing Francis, Montgomery, Gordon, Douglas, and Chandler streets from around 10:00. Officials are advising residents within the exclusion zone to remain indoors and lock their doors. People are advised to avoid the affected area. The nature of the incident is unclear; authorities will likely provide additional details in the coming hours.
Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely until the incident concludes.
Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations.
