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Police Officer and Civilian Sustain Gunshot Injuries in Brisbane Altercation

A confrontation at a residence in Annerley led to both individuals being hospitalized with serious injuries as investigations commence.

  • Queensland police responded to a disturbance on Tamar Street, Annerley, at approximately 9:13am on Friday morning.
  • An altercation between a male police constable and a civilian resulted in both being shot and sustaining serious injuries.
  • The officer suffered a gunshot wound to the leg, while the civilian's injuries were described as life-threatening by paramedics.
  • Both individuals were transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
  • The incident is under investigation by the Ethical Standards Command with oversight from the Crime and Corruption Commission.
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