Police shoot dead woman in Firle after she allegedly threatened them with an axe during confrontation
A woman was shot dead by police in eastern Adelaide after allegedly threatening them with an axe.The incident occurred early Thursday morning at a property on Gwynne Street in Firle.
Police responded to reports of the woman wielding an axe and confronted her at the scene.
During the confrontation, she allegedly threatened the officers.
Investigation underway
Police deployed a taser, which was ineffective, leading to the use of a firearm.
The woman was struck by the firearm and died at the scene despite first aid attempts by officers.
An officer sustained minor injuries during the encounter.
Detectives, police forensic experts, and Internal Investigation Section officers are currently at the site.
Gwynne Street remains closed for ongoing investigations, and motorists have been advised to avoid the area.
More details will be released by police later on Thursday.
