Declaration of emergent situation, Rockhampton

Police have declared an emergent situation at Frenchville, Rockhampton this morning following the discovery of a suspicious item.

The item was located under a private vehicle at the Rockhampton Police Station on Robinson Street around 6.15am.

The declaration under the Public Safety Preservation Act was made at 8.24am with Robinson Street currently closed between Dean Street and Allan Drive.

The police station is currently closed to public access however police are able to respond to any operational needs.

Specialist police will be attending the scene.

Investigations are continuing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.