UNFOLDING: Two days, two shootings - Motorist allegedly shot at during confrontation in Edge Hill

Just 24 hours after a Police officer allegedly shot a 21 year old male in South Cairns another person, in a seperate situation, just hours ago has also been allegedly shot at.

In an unfolding situation Police have made an emergency declaration, today, Thursday March 28, under the Public Safety Preservation Act (PSPA).

The declaration comes after police attended a Collins Avenue address in Cairns just after 1pm in Edge Hill following reports of a shot being fired.

Police said it appeared two vehicles had collided and one person discharged a firearm at another, before leaving on foot.

An emergency situation was declared just before 2pm, with boundaries encompassing Pease Street, Woodward Street, Polentz Street and Russell Street.

Police said members of the public are advised to avoid the areas while police respond or stay inside with their doors and windows locked.

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UPDATE:

An emergency situation was revoked at 3.45pm.

Police investigations into the incident remain ongoing and police are looking to speak with three people.

They are described as a man with fair skin, black hair and no facial hair, a woman in her 30s with tan skin and wearing a dark top or dress, and a man in his 30s with tan skin, curly black hair and wearing a white shirt.

Members of the public are urged not to approach these people and to inform police if they see them.

While investigations remain ongoing, police believe there is no immediate threat to the public.