‘They can shoot me’: Dezi Freeman’s last text message haunts his friend

Dezi Freeman shot two police officers on August 26, 2025, during a confrontation in Porepunkah, Australia. The incident followed a seven-month manhunt and his last message to a friend hinted at his defiance, stating, "They can shoot me." A memorial has since been established for the fallen officers, intensifying community scrutiny of police operations.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Age