‘Threat’ forces police evacuation of Sydney Jewish Museum

THE Jewish Museum in Sydney was evacuated on Tuesday following a reported bomb threat.

NSW Police has confirmed that they are in attendance at the scene and a threat was made against the museum.

Images from the scene show backed up traffic and sniffer dogs.

The Australian Jewish News reported occupants allowed to re-enter the building at 3pm.In a statement, Police told news.com.au, “an operation is underway at a museum on Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst, following a threat that has been made.

“A building is being evacuated by police as a precaution while the area is searched. No further information available at this time.c”

Following the all-clear, NSW Jewish Board of Deputies CEO Vic Alhadeff said, “The NSW Police secured the area, the all-clear was subsequently given and we were assured that there is no risk to the facility or to the community.

“We wish to express our gratitude to the NSW Police for their swift response.”