July 30th 2024.
The tragic death of Alan Dare, a man who was killed while investigating a police shooting in Queensland, has left a void in the hearts of his loved ones. Dare's wife, Kerry, is set to give her testimony today at the coronial inquest, shedding light on the events that led to her husband's untimely demise.
It all began on a fateful day, December 12, 2022, when Alan Dare, 58, arrived at his neighbor's rural property in Wieambilla, west of Brisbane. Little did he know, he was walking into a dangerous situation. Earlier that day, Constables Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow had been brutally killed by two brothers, Nathaniel and Gareth Train. As the two officers were walking along the dirt driveway, they were shot without any warning.
After hearing about the incident, Dare rushed to the scene, concerned that a bushfire may be the cause. However, as he approached the property, he realized that the flames were coming from a police vehicle that had been set on fire by the Trains. In a heartbreaking turn of events, Dare's last moments were captured on his mobile phone, as he was shot in the chest by one of the Trains or their accomplice, Stacey Train.
At the Brisbane Coroners Court, Kerry Dare will share her account of what happened that day, as part of the ongoing five-week inquest. The court has already heard that the fatal bullet that killed Dare was never found, making it difficult to identify his killer. Furthermore, it was revealed that Kerry was advised by a triple zero operator not to go to the Trains' property, but there is no evidence that Alan received this warning.
Today, the inquest will also hear from Victor Lewis, a witness who wanted to investigate the fire but was stopped by Dare due to explosions from the burning vehicle. The tragedy took an even darker turn when, six hours after the constables were killed, the Trains were also shot and killed by the police, after refusing to negotiate and opening fire on helicopters and an armored vehicle.
The inquest into the shootings at Wieambilla is a painful reminder of the risks that law enforcement and civilians face every day. It also highlights the importance of proper communication and coordination in emergency situations to prevent further loss of life. As the testimonies continue, may justice be served for all those who lost their lives in this senseless act of violence.
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