Nuclear material uncovered during raid in Arncliffe in Sydney’s south

Emergency services personnel are directing residents away from the block of units in the Sydney suburb of Arncliffe, which is cordoned off with hot zone tape.

Emergency response units, including the ABF, NSW Police, Fire and Rescue NSW, ambulances and the EPA, attend the scene in Arncliffe. Picture: NCA NewsWire/Nicholas Eagar

The Australian Border Force has found what is believed to be nuclear material during a raid in Sydney’s south, with men in hazmat suits and oxygen tanks entering an apartment block on a shutdown suburb street.

Australian Border Force raided the home this morning. .

Emergency services personnel including Fire and Rescue and NSW Police officials on Thursday directed residents away from the block of units on Kelsey St, which was cordoned off with hot zone tape.

Nuclear material has allegedly been discovered in apartment during raid in Arncliffe. Picture: NewsWire/Nicholas Eagar

It is understood authorities believe nuclear isotopes have been found.

The ABF confirmed that an operation was underway in Arncliffe and urged locals to follow directions from emergency services.

“The ABF can confirm it is conducting an operation today in Arncliffe, NSW, with the support of NSW emergency services,” said the spokesperson.

“All appropriate safety measures are being implemented.

The ABF confirmed an operation was underway.

“People in vicinity of the location are urged to follow all directions from emergency services.

“Further updates will follow as appropriate.”

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