A fugitive accused of killing two Australian police officers was shot dead on Monday morning after a seven-month manhunt, according to media reports.

Dezi Freeman was found inside a container when he was fatally shot, ending an extensive search operation that had been ongoing since the alleged incident involving the deaths of two law enforcement officers.

The manhunt had lasted approximately seven months, during which Freeman had evaded capture by authorities. Details about the specific circumstances of his death and the location where he was found have not been fully disclosed.

The case had drawn significant attention due to the alleged killing of the two police officers, though specific details about the original incident that led to the charges against Freeman were not provided in available reports.

Authorities have not yet released official statements regarding the conclusion of the manhunt or the circumstances surrounding Freeman's death on Monday.