‘Total shutdown’: Arrest over Avalon bomb scare as travellers face chaos
Avalon Airport experienced a lockdown due to a bomb scare that led to flight delays and road chaos. A suspicious item was identified during screening, prompting an evacuation and police response. An individual has been detained as the situation is managed by Victoria Police.
- ▪Avalon Airport was evacuated following the discovery of a suspicious item.
- ▪Victoria Police responded to the incident and have detained an individual.
- ▪Passengers reported significant delays and chaos at the airport, with long queues and blocked access.
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