A major police manhunt involving elite tactical officers and aerial support is sweeping the Western Australian town of Mullewa after a gunman fled the scene of a shooting on Wednesday evening.
Elite Police Units Descend on Regional Town
The incident was reported to authorities at approximately 5:30 PM on Wednesday, triggering a large-scale response. The WA Police Force has deployed its heavily armed Tactical Response Group (TRG) to the area, supported by police aircraft scouring the region from above.
Police are urgently searching for Kenneth John Giles, 58, who is believed to have been involved in the shooting. Authorities have warned the public that Giles may be travelling in a white Nissan Patrol utility with the registration plate 1BIY336.
Community Alert and Ongoing Search
Residents in and around Mullewa have been advised to remain vigilant and report any sightings of the vehicle or the man to police immediately by calling triple zero. The presence of specialist police units indicates the seriousness with which authorities are treating the threat.
The search operation remains active and fluid, with police focusing their efforts on locating Giles and ensuring community safety. Further details about the circumstances of the initial shooting or any potential injuries have not yet been released by officials.
What Happens Next?
As the manhunt continues, police are expected to provide further updates. The deployment of such significant resources underscores the priority placed on resolving this incident swiftly and safely. The community is urged to follow official police advice and avoid the area of the search operation.
This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it comes to hand from the WA Police.
