A man is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being shot in the chest by police during a standoff at a house fire in Brisbane’s east.

Emergency services were called to Cabanda Street, Wynnum West, at about 9.22am on Tuesday following reports of a blaze with someone still inside.

Queensland Police said the situation escalated when officers confronted the man.

“Upon arrival, it is believed an interaction occurred between the man and officers, as a result he was shot by police,” a spokesman said.

“Medical assistance was immediately rendered. A crime scene has been declared with investigations ongoing.”

The man was rushed to Princess Alexandra Hospital. No police officers were injured.

By the time the blaze was extinguished shortly after 10am, Cabanda and Malabar streets had

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