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At least three people are believed to have been killed in a horror mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, 9News understands.
Vision from the scene shows two men opening fire from a bridge this evening, shortly before 7pm (AEDT).
It’s understood up to 20 people have been shot, three of whom have died: one of the shooters and two civilians.
Police have confirmed two people have been taken into custody and are still urging the pubic to avoid the area.
They have cautioned that the bridge that was used by the shooters is being searched for possible live hidden bombs.
Officers issued an alert just before 7pm, urging the public to avoid the area due to the “developing incident”.
“Anyone at the scene should take shelter,” NSW Police said.
“Police are on scene and more information will be provided when it comes to hand.”
The prime minister has issued a statement about the incident.
“We are aware of an active security situation in Bondi,” a spokesperson for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.
“We urge people in the vicinity to follow information from NSW Police.”
NSW Premier Chris Minns urged the public to follow the advice from authorities.
“The reports and images coming out of Bondi tonight are deeply distressing,” he said.
Police and emergency services are responding and the public should follow official advice.
“We will update the public as soon as more information becomes available.”
