The hostage taking thriller in Sydney ended, where for hours dozens of people were being held hostage by Imam Man Maron Monis, according to reports.

As mentioned in international networks, police confirmed that the hostage situation has ended, with the hostage taker dead, while four hostages have been injured, including a woman.

However, according to more recent information one of the hostages has lost their life and three more are in critical condition.

Earlier, seven more people were released, while police men managed to enter the cafeteria.

As mentioned earlier, ear witnesses verified shots in the area.

At the same time, a police officer is injured, while another officer is suffering from head wounds.

Bomb experts have entered the cafe and are scanning it for bombs, while Australian citizens will be addressed by Australian PM Tony Abbott.