Police have declared a crime scene at Yengarie following an incident overnight in which a police officer was shot.
Officers were initially called to residence at approximately 5:44pm last night, 24 July, for a domestic violence matter.
It will be alleged a 45-year-old Gundiah man approached officers upon their arrival at the address and shot at police.
During the incident, a First Year Constable (FYC) sustained a gunshot wound to the leg.
A Public Safety Preservation Act (PSPA) declaration was made at 5.45pm.
Specialised police attended the scene at 9.21pm, and a search of the property located the 45-year-old man deceased.
The officer was transported to hospital for treatment and in a stable condition.
No other police officers or members of the public were injured during the incident.
The matter will be investigated by the Ethical Standards Command, with oversight by the Crime and Corruption Commission, reporting to the State Coroner.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au or call 131 444.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence, report it to police at www.police.qld.gov.au/domestic-violence and reach out to support services.
If domestic violence is occurring now and someone is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).
For all other DFV-related matters, phone police on 131 444, 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Support and counselling is available from the following agencies:
- DVConnect Womensline: 1800 811 811
- DVConnect Mensline: 1800 600 636
- 1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732
- 13YARN: 13 92 76
- Diverse Voices: 1800 184 527
- Elder Abuse Helpline: 1300 651 192
Further information and local support service contact details are available at www.qld.gov.au/need-to-know.
