Explosions and gunfire heard as police storm Sydney cafe , ending siege . The hostage situation follows dozens of police terror raids in the city that have strained relations with the local Muslim community . - Police say they have arrested a man in connection with the siege. High-profile attack in Sydney 's central business district unprecedented . Streets usually bustling with city workers , tourists and shoppers .
Explosions and gunfire heard as police storm Sydney cafe , ending siege . - Police say they have arrested a man in connection with the siege. High-profile attack in Sydney 's central business district unprecedented . Streets usually bustling with city workers , tourists and shoppers .