Sydney Caf Seige Passes 12th Hour as Five Escape

The transcript discusses a tense hostage situation at the Lindt Cafe in Martin Place, Sydney. The New South Wales Premier and police commissioner have called for normalcy, with public transport expected to operate as usual, except for the Martin Place train station. There are unconfirmed reports linking the alleged shooter to Islamic State, as he demanded an IS flag. The police are investigating his social media accounts and are confident that the threat is localized to one area, dismissing rumors of bombs throughout the city.

What actions are the police taking regarding the gunman’s social media accounts?

What was the police's stance on the earlier reports of bombs throughout the city?