Two Officers Killed in Australian Rural Shooting, Manhunt Ongoing

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Above: A general view of Police tape on Nov. 9, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. Image copyright: Robert Cianflone/Getty Images

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The Spin

Narrative A

This tragic incident highlights the extreme dangers police face when dealing with armed extremists who reject government authority. The suspect's identification as a "sovereign citizen" shows how these radical ideologies can lead to deadly violence against law enforcement officers simply doing their jobs.

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Narrative B

The heavy police response with ten armed officers suggests authorities were already aware of significant risks at this property, raising questions about whether proper precautions were taken to protect officer safety during this warrant execution. We will have to wait and see what further information is revealed about the conduct of this operation.

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