Police stand-off at Nerang ends with arrest of two men
An 18-hour siege at Nerang has ended with police arresting of two men.
BREAKING | Two men have been arrested following a drawn-out siege at Nerang.
The exclusion zone previously declared in the area has been revoked.
— 4BC Brisbane (@NewsTalk4BC) June 9, 2022
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EARLIER
A stand-off between police and two wanted men is continuing on the Gold Coast this morning after it began yesterday afternoon.
Police made an emergency declaration at Nerang around 5pm Wednesday and residents were told to stay inside.
Emergency declaration still in place in Nerang this morning as police negotiate with two men wanted over 2 drive by shootings. We’re live at the scene @TheTodayShow pic.twitter.com/7Zpoe86G7S
— Jess Millward (@JessMillward9) June 8, 2022
It’s understood the incident began after officers attempted to serve the pair two return to prison warrants.
Members of the public are asked to avoid the area.
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