A man has died after being shot by police in Daisy Hill, south of Maryborough, last night.
Police were called to the Menzies Drive property after reports a gun was fired just before 3pm on Thursday.
Officers reportedly attempted to engage with the armed man, before a multiple hour siege.
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The man allegedly fired at police, who returned fire just before 10pm.
The yet to be identified man died at the scene and no-one else was physically injured during the incident.
Homicide Squad detectives will now investigate the matter.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any further information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.