UPDATE: MHV NEWS Can confirm one man has been taken into custody after a man barricaded himself into a house and threatening to blow up the house.

Man in Custody After Bomb Threat in Millfield

Millfield, NSW – Emergency services were called to a residence on Wollombi Road early this morning after reports of a man barricading himself inside and threatening to blow up the house with a bomb.

As a precaution, an exclusion zone was established, nearby residents were evacuated, and Millfield Public School was closed for the day. The man was taken into custody around 11 a.m. and transported to Cessnock Police Station, where charges are expected to be filed.

Current Situation:

• Wollombi Road is now open.
• NSW Police Force has concluded the operation.
• Millfield Public School remains closed for the day.

Local MP Dan Repacholi advised the public to stay informed and follow any further updates. MHV News will continue to provide information as it becomes available.

Details of the Incident:

• The incident began early in the morning when the man reportedly made threats about having a bomb.
• Emergency services, including police, fire, and ambulance, responded promptly to the scene.
• Specialist negotiators were called in to communicate with the man, leading to a peaceful resolution without any injuries.
• Residents in the exclusion zone were temporarily relocated to a nearby community center, where they received support and updates from authorities.

Community Impact:

• The closure of Wollombi Road caused significant traffic disruptions, with detours in place for several hours.
• Millfield Public School’s closure affected many families, with parents needing to make alternative arrangements for their children.
• Local businesses in the vicinity experienced a temporary drop in foot traffic due to the exclusion zone and road closures.

Public Response:

• Community members have praised the swift and professional response of the emergency services.
• Local social media channels have been flooded with messages of support for the affected residents and gratitude towards the first responders.

Stay tuned to MHV News for further updates as more information becomes available.

A man is assisting police with their inquiries following a police operation in the Hunter Valley earlier today.

About 1.30am today (Friday 16 August 2024), police attended a home on Wollombi Road, Millfield.

On arrival, officers attached to Hunter Valley Police District were told a man had barricaded himself inside the home.

Police established a perimeter, and about 10.30am, a 36-year-old man was arrested without incident.

The man was taken to Cessnock Police Station where he is assisting police with inquiries.

Roads have now reopened and those are evacuated are free to return home.

NSW Police Statement