Premier plays down gang war fears after cafe execution
The execution of Melbourne gangland identity Gavin Preston, who was gunned down while dining with an associate at a cafe, has raised revenge attack concerns.
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Lucky escape for farmer in firing line of killer gunman
A camouflage-clad gunman who killed a workmate also fired at a farmer before turning his weapon on himself after police in Western Australia found him.
Hunt for gunman at large after grain silo shooting
Members of the public have been warned to stay indoors as police search for a gunman after a person was shot at a grain silo east of Perth.
Gunman dies after fatally shooting co-worker
A police manhunt sparked by a fatal shooting in a WA wheatbelt town has ended after the alleged gunman turned the weapon on himself.
Three people, gunman dead in California bar shooting
Four people including a gunman have been killed in a shooting at a Southern California biker bar, Orange County Sheriff's officials say.
Man shot dead by police at home near Brisbane
An investigation has been launched after a man was shot dead by police at a home near Brisbane.
Elite task force formed to tackle Sydney underworld war
A task force of 100 officers will probe Sydney's underworld gang war with another man gunned down in a public, execution-styled murder.
Aussie swim coach, hockey boss shock at Games call
A host of sporting bodies and athletes have criticised Victoria's decision to scrap hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
New details of Auckland shooter’s past emerge
New Zealand Police are promising a full investigation into the record of Matu Reid, who killed two co-workers in an Auckland shooting.
Aussie swim coach, hockey boss blast Comm Games call
A host of sporting bodies and athletes have criticised Victoria's decision to scrap hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Ten killed in three mass shootings ahead of US holiday
The United States is reeling after a wave of deadly shootings killed 10 people and wounded dozens more ahead of the Independence Day holiday.
Crowdfunding for officer who shot French teen shut down
A French far-right figure behind a crowdfunding campaign for the family of a police officer who shot a teenager, triggering riots, is closing the account.
Suspect held after four killed in Philadelphia shooting
A man apprehended wearing a bulletproof vest is in police custody after four people were shot and killed in the United States city of Philadelphia.
Two die, children among hurt in Baltimore mass shooting
At least 14 children are among the dozens injured during mass shooting at a block party in Baltimore in which two people died.
Unrest rocks France ahead of shot teenager’s funeral
The French government says all options are on the table to restore order after another night of rioting ahead of a funeral for a teenager shot dead by police.
France braces for more violence after riots
France is bracing for a fourth night of riots triggered by the police shooting death of a teenager during a traffic stop in Paris.
Officer charged over shooting as French riots spread
President Emmanuel Macron has convened a crisis meeting as protesters and police clash across France after an officer shot a teenager during a traffic stop.
Crisis grips France after worst night of rioting
Hundreds of police have been injured and hundreds of people arrested as rioters clash with officers in towns and cities across France.
Man critical in Qld hospital after being shot by police
A man remains in critical condition in a Queensland hospital after being shot multiple times by police north of Brisbane.
Two arrested after shooting during attempted carjacking
Two men have been taken into custody after a shooting during an attempted carjacking west of Brisbane.
Manhunt after eight killed in second Serbia shooting
Serbia has been shocked by a second mass gun attack, with eight people dead after a drive-by shooting near Belgrade as police hunt the killer, state TV says.
Police arrest gunman over second Serbian mass shooting
The gunman suspected of killing eight people after a schoolyard altercation has been arrested, as the country reels after its second mass shooting in two days.
Hospital to probe man’s shooting death after discharge
A "comprehensive clinical review" will be undertaken by a Queensland hospital after a man was fatally shot by police after being discharged.
Probe under way after man shot dead by police
The Ethical Standards Command is investigating after Queensland police shot dead a man in Townsville, with the force confident officers acted appropriately.
Hunt for ‘dangerous’ armed gunman enters fourth day
Queensland Police are calling for the surrender of an accused drug trafficker allegedly involved in three separate violent incidents in Brisbane on Thursday.
Man shot dead by police in far north Queensland
Ethical Standards Command is investigating after a man allegedly armed with a knife was shot dead by police in far north Queensland.
Police probe continues after slain officer’s inquest
Major concerns with the police investigation into the death of Senior Constable Brett Forte are being taken seriously, Queensland's police commissioner says.
Man found dead in home after Queensland siege
An emergency situation has ended in Townsville after a near 10-hour siege that involved a number of shots being fired at police.
Man gunned down in front of son outside Sydney gym
A 40-year-old man has been shot while sitting in a car with his son outside a Sydney gym in what police say was a callous, gangland-style killing.
Man shot dead at Sydney police station after attack
A man is dead, another is in hospital with stab wounds and two police officers are being counselled after a knife-wielding man went on a rampage in Sydney.
Missed warning ahead of police killings
The daughter of people who killed two police officers in regional Queensland says officers sent to their property should have been told they mistrusted police.