BREAKING: Tactical police have made a shocking arrest of seven men believed to be plotting a “violent act” en route to Bondi Beach. The operation unfolded earlier today in Liverpool, triggered by urgent intelligence from ASIO and confirmed by NSW Police.
This alarming incident took place around 10:00 AM on George St, close to a primary school and a medical center that was put into lockdown as a precaution. Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as heavily armed officers intercepted a white Hyundai carrying the suspects, using a police LandCruiser to ram the vehicle. Tactical officers, dressed in camouflage and wielding rifles, then rushed in to detain the men on the sidewalk.
According to authorities, a high-level “classified” briefing was held prior to the operation, involving only necessary representatives from NSW Police, the Australian Federal Police (AFP), and ASIO. The motives behind the group’s journey to Bondi remain unclear, but law enforcement is leaving no stone unturned in the current climate of heightened security concerns.
A local resident expressed fear, stating, “It was frightening to see so many police with huge weapons in the area. This is not something you see every day, especially after the recent events in Bondi.”
In a statement, a spokesperson for NSW Police confirmed, “Tactical Operations police responded to information received that a violent act was possibly being planned. Police subsequently intercepted two cars as part of the investigation.” Authorities noted that the operation has concluded, but investigations are ongoing.
While police have not identified any direct connection to the recent Bondi terror attack, AFP Commissioner Krissy Barrett indicated that more raids are expected in the coming days to further support ongoing investigations. “There is a lot of material to be examined, and the AFP continues to work with both domestic and international partners to build a more complete picture of the movements and who the alleged offenders had contact with,” she stated.
At present, authorities assure the public that there is no ongoing threat to the community. However, the swift response and large police presence underscore the serious nature of the intelligence received.
As this story develops, residents and visitors to Bondi Beach are urged to remain vigilant, and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
