A police operation in South Mackay is continuing, with officers searching for a man involved in a shooting incident this afternoon, June 19.
Police were called to the Robb Place address just after 4.30pm following reports a woman had been shot.
Upon arrival, a woman was located deceased, and a man was located with non-life-threatening injuries to his hand.
An emergency situation was declared under the Public Safety Preservation Act (PSPA) at approximately 5.20pm, with boundaries encompassing Robb Place, Paradise Street, Archibald Street, Kindermar Street and Denton Street.
Police wish to thank affected residents for their patience and understanding while this matter is ongoing.
Members of the public are reminded to avoid the area and those within the exclusion zone are asked to remain indoors until further notice.
Earlier: https://mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2024/06/19/pspa-declaration-south-mackay/
