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Manhunt Underway as Two Police Officers and a Civilian Shot Dead in Australia
Manhunt Underway as Two Police Officers and a Civilian Shot Dead in Australia
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A deadly shootout has occurred between police officers and unknown attackers in Australia’s Queensland. 12.12.2022, Sputnik International
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On Monday, two police officers and a civilian were killed in an ambush at a remote property in the remote town of Wieambilla, Australia.According to local media reports, several police officers came under fire as they walked up the property’s driveway at about 4.40 pm on Monday. Police had arrived at the property to investigate reports of a missing person.Local residents were told to stay inside, and roads near the scene of the incident remain closed.Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.The shooter is believed to be at large, with a manhunt being launched after the incident.
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Manhunt Underway as Two Police Officers and a Civilian Shot Dead in Australia
13:41 GMT 12.12.2022 (Updated: 15:31 GMT 12.12.2022) A deadly shootout has occurred between police officers and unknown attackers in Australia’s Queensland.
On Monday, two police officers and a civilian were killed in an ambush at a remote property in the remote town of Wieambilla, Australia.
According to local media reports, several police officers came under fire as they walked up the property’s driveway at about 4.40 pm on Monday. Police had arrived at the property to investigate reports of a missing person.
“It is with deep sadness that I confirm the deaths of three people, including two officers, during an incident in the Western Downs late this afternoon,” Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll said.
Local residents were told to stay inside, and roads near the scene of the incident remain closed.
“Four officers attended a property on Waynes Road in Wieabila in relation to a reported missing person from New South Wales. Tragically, while in attendance, two officers were shot and declared deceased at the scene," Carroll added.
Australian Prime Minister
Anthony Albanese has expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.
The shooter is believed to be at large, with a manhunt being launched after the incident.
