Overview
- NSW Police were called at about 10:24am to Guardian Avenue in Beaumont Hills after reports of a person carrying firearms.
- Several schools and early learning centres in Beaumont Hills, Rouse Hill and North Kellyville entered precautionary lockdowns, which were lifted shortly after midday.
- Officers conducted a large search, engaged the individual and confirmed the items that appeared to be guns were toys retrieved from a local cleanup.
- Police reported a significant on-scene presence and urged the public to avoid the area while inquiries were underway.
- NSW Police said they treat such reports seriously and thanked the community for its assistance, and 7NEWS reported the man is not expected to face charges.