Two police shot dead ‘execution-style’ in horrific ambush; suspects killed in shoot-out: ‘A tragedy on so many levels’
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The suspects behind the cold-blooded murder of two police officers and a local of Wieambilla, Queensland, were killed in a Monday evening firefight with authorities.
Nathaniel Train, his brother, and his brother’s partner were shot dead in their remote property on Wains Road at 11:30 in the evening after an hours-long stand-off.
Earlier, Train and his brother shot and killed two of four police officers visiting their property.
It is understood that police were searching for Train, a former school principal, who has at least two traffic offences to his name. He was last seen in Dubbo, NSW in 2021.
Constables Matthew Arnold, 26; Rachel McCrow, 29; and Keeley Brough and Randall Kirk, who are both 28 years old, were shot at as soon as they entered the rural QLD property.
Arnold and McCrow were severely injured in the attack.
The Train brothers are said to have approached the injured policemen as they lay on the ground in pain and shot them execution-style.
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The Trains took the guns from the bodies of Arnold and McCrow and set fire to the police car.
Kirk was shot in the leg but managed to escape, while Brough fled to the surrounding bushland.
The brothers also killed Alan Dare, a neighbour who went in to check the blaze and the sound of gunshots echoing from the property.
While hiding in the scrub, Brough called for backup — and texted her loved ones as reports say she thought she was going to die.
A special response team composed of 16 police officers arrived on the scene and engaged the Trains in a shoot-out.
The gun-wielding Trains along with a third woman were killed.
Kirk and Brough were rescued and are recovering in the hospital.
Queensland Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll confirmed the six casualties in a press conference.
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'While we are yet to learn the full extent of what has occurred today, we do know this event is extraordinarily distressing on many levels. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the officers' families, friends and colleagues,' she said.
'Those officers paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep our community safe. I would like to also pay tribute to all police and first responders who assisted at the scene.’
'Tragically, this is the largest loss of life we have suffered in one single incident in recent times.
'I know the days and weeks ahead will be particularly difficult for families and the police family. We are an organisation in mourning tonight and at the appropriate time we will honour the sacrifice these officers have made for us.'
'Our priority right now is to ensure those responsible are brought to justice and that family, friends and colleagues of the officers involved are being supported as much as possible.'
Queensland Police Union President Ian Leavers also lamented the deaths of Arnold and McCrow.
McCrow had been on active duty since June 2021, while Arnold joined in 2020.
'These officers' tragic, needless and senseless murders have already been felt deeply across Queensland and all over Australia,' Leavers said.
'Our thoughts are also with police who bravely contained and managed the subsequent operation that has now resulted in the deaths of all the offenders.'
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'We are all in a state of shock and disbelief. To be here tonight and know that two brave police both under the age of 30 have needlessly lost their lives affects all our emotions.
'To know that she and he are no longer with us in what was a ruthless, calculated and targeted execution of our colleagues and loved ones brings home the very real risks that we face every single day doing our jobs.'
In a separate interview, Leavers said the slain police officers ‘hadn’t even lived life yet’.
'If you see a police officer today, say “G'day”, say “Thank you for your service” because that may very well ease the pain just that little bit because it is a real challenging job but you never know what we're going to turn up to.’
'You can go to work and you may never come home.’
Carroll said counsellors are in touch with the families of Arnold and McCrow.
Arnold’s father is said to be inconsolable.
Locals have also reportedly placed flowers at the local police station in honour of the two officers killed in action.
On Twitter, PM Anthony Albanese said: ‘My condolences to all those who are grieving tonight - Australia mourns with you.’
And Queensland Police Minister Mark Ryan added: ‘Again the hearts of Queenslanders break.’
‘This is a tragedy on so many levels.’
We join Australia in mourning the lives lost in this unfortunate incident.
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Source: YouTube/ABC Australia
Nathaniel Train, his brother, and his brother’s partner were shot dead in their remote property on Wains Road at 11:30 in the evening after an hours-long stand-off.
Earlier, Train and his brother shot and killed two of four police officers visiting their property.
It is understood that police were searching for Train, a former school principal, who has at least two traffic offences to his name. He was last seen in Dubbo, NSW in 2021.
Constables Matthew Arnold, 26; Rachel McCrow, 29; and Keeley Brough and Randall Kirk, who are both 28 years old, were shot at as soon as they entered the rural QLD property.
Arnold and McCrow were severely injured in the attack.
The Train brothers are said to have approached the injured policemen as they lay on the ground in pain and shot them execution-style.
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Three suspects, two of which are said to have gunned down injured police officers, were killed in a police operation Monday evening. Screengrab Credit: YouTube/ABC Australia
The Trains took the guns from the bodies of Arnold and McCrow and set fire to the police car.
Kirk was shot in the leg but managed to escape, while Brough fled to the surrounding bushland.
The brothers also killed Alan Dare, a neighbour who went in to check the blaze and the sound of gunshots echoing from the property.
While hiding in the scrub, Brough called for backup — and texted her loved ones as reports say she thought she was going to die.
A special response team composed of 16 police officers arrived on the scene and engaged the Trains in a shoot-out.
The gun-wielding Trains along with a third woman were killed.
Kirk and Brough were rescued and are recovering in the hospital.
Queensland Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll confirmed the six casualties in a press conference.
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The four police officers were responding to a missing person report when they were shot at. Screengrab Credit: YouTube/9 News Australia
'While we are yet to learn the full extent of what has occurred today, we do know this event is extraordinarily distressing on many levels. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the officers' families, friends and colleagues,' she said.
'Those officers paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep our community safe. I would like to also pay tribute to all police and first responders who assisted at the scene.’
'Tragically, this is the largest loss of life we have suffered in one single incident in recent times.
'I know the days and weeks ahead will be particularly difficult for families and the police family. We are an organisation in mourning tonight and at the appropriate time we will honour the sacrifice these officers have made for us.'
'Our priority right now is to ensure those responsible are brought to justice and that family, friends and colleagues of the officers involved are being supported as much as possible.'
Queensland Police Union President Ian Leavers also lamented the deaths of Arnold and McCrow.
McCrow had been on active duty since June 2021, while Arnold joined in 2020.
'These officers' tragic, needless and senseless murders have already been felt deeply across Queensland and all over Australia,' Leavers said.
'Our thoughts are also with police who bravely contained and managed the subsequent operation that has now resulted in the deaths of all the offenders.'
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Queensland Police Commissioner Carroll paid tribute to Arnold and McCrow, who were recent additions to the police force. Screengrab Credit: YouTube/ABC Australia
'We are all in a state of shock and disbelief. To be here tonight and know that two brave police both under the age of 30 have needlessly lost their lives affects all our emotions.
'To know that she and he are no longer with us in what was a ruthless, calculated and targeted execution of our colleagues and loved ones brings home the very real risks that we face every single day doing our jobs.'
In a separate interview, Leavers said the slain police officers ‘hadn’t even lived life yet’.
'If you see a police officer today, say “G'day”, say “Thank you for your service” because that may very well ease the pain just that little bit because it is a real challenging job but you never know what we're going to turn up to.’
'You can go to work and you may never come home.’
Carroll said counsellors are in touch with the families of Arnold and McCrow.
Arnold’s father is said to be inconsolable.
Locals have also reportedly placed flowers at the local police station in honour of the two officers killed in action.
On Twitter, PM Anthony Albanese said: ‘My condolences to all those who are grieving tonight - Australia mourns with you.’
Key Takeaways
- Two police officers, Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow, were shot dead execution-style while on a remote bush property in Wieambilla, Queensland, Australia.
- The men responsible for the murders, Nathaniel Train and his brother, were later shot dead by police. A third officer was shot in the leg, while the fourth escaped into the adjoining bushland.
- A neighbor, Alan Dare, was also killed in the shooting.
- The surviving officers have been identified as Constables Keeley Brough and Randall Kirk.
- Officials mourned the loss of Arnold and McCrow, who are both relatively recent additions to the QLD police force.
‘This is a tragedy on so many levels.’
We join Australia in mourning the lives lost in this unfortunate incident.
What is your reaction to this news?
Share your thoughts below.
Source: YouTube/ABC Australia