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Man apprehended during counter-terror operation near Melbourne church

Victoria Police have released a statement that insists there is no threat to the community, despite reports of a counter-terror operation near a Melbourne church.

St Mary's Anglican Church in North Melbourne.
St Mary's Anglican Church in North Melbourne. Source: AAP

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By Maani Truu

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A man has reportedly been apprehended by counter-terrorism police in North Melbourne following a police operation, but authorities have insisted there is no "current or impending threat to the community". 

Victoria Police confirmed he counter-terrorism force was called to Queensberry St on Friday afternoon, but declined to provide further details.

Video from the scene appears to show a man dressed in a forensic jumpsuit being led away from St Mary's Church.

A witness said the operation seemed to focus on the church, but reports suggest a second operation took place in a nearby apartment block.

The area has been reopened to the public.


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