25 Aug 2024 | 12:55 AM UTC
Australia: Authorities responding to reported stabbing attack following car crash in Engadine, southern Sydney, New South Wales, Aug. 25
Police responding to stabbing attack after car crash in Engadine, southern Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Aug. 25. Avoid the area.
Authorities are responding to a reported stabbing attack following a traffic accident involving two vehicles near Old Bush Road on Princes Highway the morning of Aug. 25. Reports indicate at least four injuries, including a police officer, and one suspect in custody. The motive for the incident is not immediately clear.
Heightened security and localized business and transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours as investigations continue. Authorities have closed Princes Highway on both directions between Farnell Avenue and Heathcote Road.
The incident site in Engadine is around 26 km (16 miles) southwest of Sydney's central business district.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes to circumvent the incident site. Heed official directives.
