Police rush to scene of ‘serious incident’ on Nye Way in Orelia

Detectives and forensics are at the scene of a “serious incident” in Perth’s southern suburbs and a man has been arrested.

WA Police said officers were called to a home on Nye Way in Orelia following reports of a “serious incident” about 2.20pm Thursday.

“A number of police resources are at the scene, including detectives and forensic specialists,” they said in a statement.

“The incident is contained; there is no threat to public safety.

“A male is in custody and assisting police with inquiries.”

WA Police did not say whether anybody had been injured or disclose the nature of the “serious incident”.

A St John WA spokeswoman said they were not called to the incident.