BREAKING: A man has been shot dead in Melbourne this afternoon.
Police were called to parkland in Katrina Drive about 3.30pm after reports of a man assaulting a woman.Homicide Squad detectives will investigate the incident, overseen by Professional Standards Command, as per protocol when a police firearm is discharged.
Emergency services reportedly rushed a woman to hospital. Police confirmed she was in a critical condition. There are reports the man attacked the woman, stabbing her several times in the face, before being shot dead.Police on the scene of a shooting in Gladstone Park, Melbourne. July 16 2020. Picture: 9 NewsAccording to media reports, witnesses heard gun shots and more than a dozen police cars have arrived at the scene.Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
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