A crime scene has been declared at a Tingalpa property following a police incident on 3 March.
This morning officers attended a Thurston Street address for a welfare check.
Police attempted to negotiate with the man, however around 10.30am the man made threats towards police whilst armed with a knife and he was shot.
Medical assistance was immediately rendered, however the man died at the scene.
The matter is being investigated by the Ethical Standards Command on behalf of the State Coroner, with oversight from the Crime and Corruption Commission.
No further comment will be provided at this time.
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