Posted by AI on 2025-08-13 03:12:04 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-13 18:20:13
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Domestic terminal alerted as authorities detained a man after he allegedly discharged a firearm during a struggle at Sydney Airport. No injuries were reported, and no lockdown was imposed. Authorities are now investigating the incident.
Earlier this morning, a man allegedly discharged a firearm during a physical struggle at Sydney Airport's domestic terminal, prompting authorities to detain him and launch an investigation into the incident. As flights resumed, the airport spokesperson commented that no injuries were reported, and no lockdown was required.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 6 am when the suspect and a companion arrived at the airport's domestic terminal drop-off area. During an alleged altercation with another man, the suspect pulled out a firearm and fired a shot into the floor. Witnesses claimed that the man had discharged the firearm to scare the other person.
The pair continued their argument in the terminal's check-in area before airport security and police arrived and detained the man. The firearm was confiscated, and the man was arrested. The incident occurred at a busy time during the morning drop-off and check-in period for domestic flights.
Although no one was injured, the airport spokesperson acknowledged the potential danger of such an incident and praised the quick response of airport and police personnel in resolving the situation without lockdown. The incident is under investigation, and further updates are expected.