Armed Offenders Squad respond to reported firearm incident in Flaxmere, Hastings

The Armed Offenders Squad have responded to a property in the Hastings township of Flaxmere after reports of a firearms incident.

Police were called to a Yarmouth Rd address about 3.45pm.

“At this stage, no injuries have been reported and it is believed to be related to a family dispute,” a police spokesperson said.

Police said multiple cordons were in place at the Flaxmere Ave intersections with Margate Ave and Chatham Rd and the intersection of Chatham Rd and Margate Ave.

“The Armed Offenders Squad are in attendance,” police said.

Motorists have been advised to follow diversions and expect delays.

In an update at 6.30pm, police said the cordons had been lifted and were no longer in place.