Police treating deadly Bourke Street stabbing as terrorist attack

Authorities have confirmed the identity of the attacker who fatally stabbed one person and injured two others in Melbourne on Friday afternoon ((nov 9)). Police allege the Somalian-born man had been planning to use gas cylinders to cause an explosion. Investigations are continuing into the matter but in the meantime, first responders are being thanked and condolences sent to victims. Australians are being urged to go about their lives normally, although Victoria Police will ramp up their presence to reassure the public.

Police are seen redirecting pedestrians away from an incident on Bourke Street in Melbourne. Source: AAP