A man is in a serious but stable condition in hospital after being shot by police in an incident in far north Queensland early today.
Police say they were confronted by the man who was armed with a knife when they were called to a home in Fitzmaurice Drive, Edmonton, near Cairns, about 3am (AEST).
Officers attempted to negotiate with the man for some time, but he allegedly ran at them.
Police say they discharged a number of shots, striking him in the body, arm and leg.
He received treatment at the scene from ambulance officers and a local doctor before being taken to hospital, where his condition is serious but stable.
Senior investigators and forensic staff are at the scene and police from the Ethical Standards Command are expected to arrive later today to overview the investigation.
The Crime and Misconduct Commission (CMC) has also been advised, and counselling is being provided to the officers.
Assistant Commissioner Andrew Henderson is expected to speak to the media in Cairns at 8.30am (AEST).
Police say it appears the actions of the police officers were unavoidable and justifiable under the circumstances.
