Caboolture, Queensland: Man shot dead by police after stabbing another man, threatening woman
A man has been shot dead by police after a stabbing that left another man in a serious condition.
Police were called to the intersection of Beerburrum Road and Commercial Drive in Caboolture shortly before 3.45am on Tuesday following reports a man had been stabbed.
The offender fled the scene before officers arrived.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.A short time later, police located the armed offender threatening a female approximately a kilometre away on Margaret Street, leading the officer to discharge a firearm.
The man died at the scene, while the female was left unharmed.
The stabbing victim was rushed to the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital with a wound to the neck.
The matter is now being investigated by the Ethical Standards Command, with oversight from the Crime and Corruption Commission and State Coroner.
Investigations are ongoing.
Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000
