21 Dec 2022 | 04:38 AM UTC
Australia: Police operation occurring in Toowoomba, Queensland, Dec. 21
Police activity ongoing in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, Dec. 21. Exclusion zone in place; localized disruptions, evacuations reported.
Event
A police operation is underway at a residential property along Park Street in Newton, Toowoomba, Queensland, Dec. 21. Authorities have declared an exclusion zone from 12:45 covering the area between Dalmeny, Park, and Tor streets. Residents in the affected area must stay home. Traffic diversions and evacuations are occurring.
Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence in the area until the operation ends. Localized disruptions are likely until police complete their investigation into the incident.
The affected site is approximately 108 km (67 miles) west of Chinchilla.
Advice
Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional time to reach nearby destinations.
