August 21st 2024.
In a small town in rural Queensland, a tragic incident took place where six lives were lost. The local coroner is currently investigating the events that led to the deaths. This investigation will include hearing from the police officers who were involved in the incident and had planned a "welfare check" that unfortunately turned into a deadly shooting.
The tragedy occurred on December 12, 2022, when two brothers, Nathaniel and Gareth Train, opened fire on four junior Constables who were on a mission to check on Nathaniel's well-being. The Constables, Matthew Arnold and Rachel McCrow, did not survive the ambush while their colleague Randall Kirk was able to retreat under fire. Another officer, Keely Brough, managed to hide for over two hours before being rescued.
It was later revealed that Nathaniel Train had been reported missing in New South Wales, almost three weeks before the shootings. The coroner has previously heard that the officers were requested by the NSW Police to do a "door knock" and locate Nathaniel Train. This led them to the Train brothers' remote property in Wieambilla, west of Brisbane.
The upcoming hearings will include evidence from Queensland Constable Stephanie Abbott, who will discuss the background checks she conducted on the Trains. Acting Sergeants Justin Drier and Matthew Minz, who were in charge of the Chinchilla and Tara police stations respectively, will also give their testimonies on the decision to send the four junior officers to the Trains' property.
During the ambush, Drier had a phone conversation with Kirk, who was trying to seek cover and return fire. This was a tense and chaotic situation, as Drier tried to gather information and coordinate a response.
The investigation will also include opinions and insights from Detective Senior Sergeant Duncan Gorrie and Detective Chief Inspector Garry Watts. They will provide their expert views on the decisions made during the missing person investigation.
The tragedy did not end with the deaths of the officers. Nathaniel Train, along with his brother Gareth and sister-in-law Stacey, also killed their neighbor Alan Dare, before being shot by specialist officers after refusing to surrender and opening fire on a police vehicle.
In light of this devastating event, it is important to remember that support is available for those who need it. Organizations like Lifeline and Beyond Blue offer help and assistance to those in need. In case of an emergency, it is vital to dial Triple Zero.
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