Investigation continues after police shoot 17-year-old girl allegedly armed with a knife
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Investigations are ongoing today regarding the police shooting of a teenage girl in Far North Queensland after she reportedly confronted them with a knife.

The 17-year-old was shot in the stomach by officers who were called to a hotel in Townsville’s West End around 5:30 pm yesterday following reports that she was making threats.

She allegedly came at police with a knife and they opened fire.
An investigation into the police shooting of a teenage girl on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at a Townsville hotel has been launched. (Nine)

Officers gave her first aid before she was taken to hospital for treatment.

A crime scene was declared, and investigations are continuing.

The police Ethical Standards Command is investigating the shooting, with the investigation under the Crime and Corruption Commission.
Anyone with information should contact Policelink.
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