Man shot dead after crashing car and allegedly pointing gun at NSW police
Summary
A man was shot and killed by police in regional New South Wales after he crashed his car and allegedly pointed a loaded rifle at officers. Police and paramedics tried to help him, but he died at the scene.Key Facts
- The incident happened about 84 km north of Yass, New South Wales.
- Police responded after reports of a car crashing into a tree at around 2:50 pm on Sunday.
- The driver appeared unconscious in the crashed car when officers arrived.
- Police had information that the man had a loaded firearm in the vehicle.
- When officers tried to check on him, the man pointed the rifle at them.
- Police fired multiple shots, striking the man.
- Paramedics and police attempted first aid, but the man died at the scene.
- The man is believed to be around 45 years old, known to police, and had previous firearm charges.
- An investigation and an independent review by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission have begun.
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