Man detained and patrons evacuated, as chaos ensues at Avalon Airport

A man has been detained by police at Avalon Airport this morning during a security screening.

The domestic terminal of the airport was evacuated following the location of a suspicious item during the security screening process.

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“The matter is now being managed by police and any further enquiries should be directed to Victoria Police”, a Victoria Police spokesperson said.

All flights set to depart from Avalon, have now been delayed.

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