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Officer Shot During Domestic Siege | Australia News
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A Queensland police officer is recovering after being shot during a violent domestic disturbance that turned into a deadly siege, with the suspect—known to police and without a license—later found dead in a shed. The officer, on his final shift before a transfer, suffered serious leg injuries but was stabilized by colleagues using a tourniquet before being airlifted to Brisbane. Two women and two children were present but escaped safely. Authorities are investigating whether the suspect’s fatal wound was self-inflicted or from police fire, with multiple agencies now probing the incident. Senior officers praised the bravery of those on scene, whose quick action likely averted a far worse outcome.
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