Queensland police killings show the threat posed by conspiracy theories – how should police respond?
- Written by Nicholas Evans, Lecturer in Policing and Emergency Management, University of Tasmania
The killing of two police officers and a good samaritan, as well as the wounding of two other officers in Wieambilla, Queensland, has sent shockwaves through Australia.
While more details about possible motives will emerge over time, evidence already suggests that at least one of the alleged gunmen – Gareth Train – was a firm believer i...
