Central to the belief system of the Train family was a strong adherence to Christian premillennialism, a faith deeply intertwined with their anticipation of the end times. However, beneath this religious conviction lay a foundation of significant psychiatric challenges.

In a recent investigation, Queensland’s Special Emergency Response Team has been commended for their actions during an intense shootout that spanned over an hour. The findings indicate that the use of lethal force was warranted, according to the conclusions drawn by Ryan.

The events were set in motion when Nathaniel Train, who held a position as a principal at a state primary school in northern New South Wales, was reported missing. This disappearance marked the beginning of a series of tragic events.

The Queensland officers involved in the incident were acknowledged for having the opportunity to conduct a thorough risk assessment, which informed their response during the confrontation.

Outside the Brisbane Magistrate’s Court, Judy McCrow and Sue Arnold, the mothers of Rachel McCrow and Matthew Arnold respectively, were seen on Friday, reflecting the personal toll of the incident. Source: AAP / Darren England

“The officers who did attend (Wieambilla) were denied that opportunity.”