LONDON -- Crowds in Australia have fled a Sydney shopping mall near Bondi Beach after reports of multiple stabbings and a possible shooting sparked a major police response in the area.
Local media have reported gunshots inside Westfield Mall at Bondi Junction near Bondi Beach -- a well known destination for locals and tourists alike.
Police said a critical incident had been declared following the shooting of a male after reports of multiple stabbings.
It is currently unknown how many victims there are in the incident or whether or not the suspect -- or suspects -- have been apprehended.
The area has been evacuated and there are video on social media shows a number of ambulances and police vehicles responding to the scene.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.