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Today, in Porepunkah, Victoria, Australia, two police officers were killed and one injured. Police went to a property to carry out a search warrant related to past crimes. The suspect opened fire on officers, killing a 59-year-old detective and a 35-year-old senior constable. Another officer was wounded and is in stable condition after surgery. The suspect escaped on foot, taking weapons from the officers. Police are searching the area and asked residents to stay indoors. The local school was locked down but later reopened. The suspect's wife and two children were reported to be at a police station as the manhunt continues. (Updated 27 Aug 2025, 03:44 IST; source: link)