UPDATE: A man is in critical condition following a police shooting in Kanimbla, a suburb of Cairns, earlier today. The incident occurred at approximately 10:30 AM when police responded to reports of an armed individual wielding a knife at the intersection of Elphinstone Street and Ramsey Drive.
Authorities report that the man allegedly approached the officers while holding a knife, prompting one officer to discharge his weapon. Emergency medical assistance was rendered on-site before the man was rushed to Cairns Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
This shooting marks the second police-involved incident in Queensland on November 18. Earlier in the day, police shot and killed a 26-year-old man in Caboolture after he allegedly stabbed a 54-year-old man in the neck and threatened a woman. The armed suspect was reportedly fleeing when officers intervened.
In the wake of these incidents, police have declared two crime scenes in Kanimbla, with surrounding roads currently closed to facilitate ongoing investigations. Queensland Police have stated that further details are not available at this time, emphasizing the urgency of their inquiry into both cases.
Residents and onlookers are urged to remain vigilant and report any relevant information to authorities as the situation develops. The implications of today’s events raise significant concerns regarding public safety and police response protocols in the region.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue to monitor this developing story.
