Shepparton police confirm no threat to community following false firearm report

The witness said the man, who he described as wearing a black jacket, then pointed the firearm at he and his wife as they drove past.

The witness stated he called police who confirmed they would send someone out to investigate.

Shepparton's Sergeant Cam McRae confirmed police patrolled the area and spoke to the male.

“There was nil firearm located,” he said.

“There is no threat to the public. However if anyone feels the need to ring triple 000 we will look into anything and everything.”