A police officer was shot and a man was found dead following an armed standoff at a property in Yengarie, Queensland, on Friday evening. Police were initially called to the residence near Maryborough around 5:45 p.m. to respond to reports of a domestic violence incident.
Authorities allege a 45-year-old man approached the responding officers and fired upon them. A first-year constable sustained a gunshot wound to the leg. The officer, 36, was transported by air to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.
Specialist police arrived at the scene at approximately 9:20 p.m. During their search of the property, officers discovered the 45-year-old man deceased. A crime scene has been established, and power was temporarily cut to over 100 surrounding homes due to safety concerns.
The Queensland Police Union has stated that the injured officer is receiving expert medical care and that his immediate family is being notified. A union spokesperson confirmed that the QPU Critical Incident Team is providing assistance.
The Ethical Standards Command will lead the investigation into the incident, with oversight from the Crime and Corruption Commission. The findings will be presented to the state coroner.