Statement issued by NSW police for those of you heading into the city for work this morning: Police will continue to maintain a perimeter around a cafe at the corner of Martin Place and Philip streets this morning. Traffic and Highway Patrol police have cordoned off parts of Hunter, King, Phillip and Elizabeth streets. • Elizabeth Street between Hunter and King Streets – closed to all traffic • Elizabeth Street – northbound between Market and King Street – closed to all traffic • Phillip Street – between King and Hunter Streets – closed to all traffic • King Street – between Elizabeth and Phillip Streets – closed to all traffic • Macquarie Street – between St James Road and Hunter Street – closed to all traffic Bus services will run according to regular schedules, although some routes will be diverted around the affected area. Train services will operate normally although Martin Place station remains closed. People intending to travel to the Sydney CBD, away from the cordoned off area are advised, to go ahead with their plans. Those affected by the operation are advised to contact their employers, monitor media reports and seek advice via the NSW Police website and social media platforms.
Posted on: Mon, 15 Dec 2014 20:50:19 +0000