An elderly man has been shot in the shoulder after he allegedly threatened police with two knives during a disturbance south of Brisbane.
The 72-year-old also allegedly hurled rocks at personnel who arrived at the Woodridge home shortly before noon on Sunday.
The incident culminated in an officer firing a single shot at the man, striking him in the right shoulder.
He has since been taken to Brisbane's Princess Alexandra Hospital in a stable condition.
Inspector Jim Plowman said the officer had "no option" other than to fire at the man, whom police believe may suffer from mental health issues.
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"It's an unfortunate incident for all concerned," he said.
