Man Shot Dead by Police in Gunnedah Welfare Check

A man died after being shot by police in Gunnedah, New South Wales, on Friday afternoon following a welfare check at a rural property where he aimed a bow and arrow at officers.

The incident occurred around 1:40 p.m. at a home on Quia Road, a two-lane rural road about 75 kilometers west of Tamworth and more than 300 kilometers northwest of Sydney. According to New South Wales police, officers responded to a call from a member of the public who reported concerns about the man, including that he had been standing in the street and blocking traffic in both directions. Upon arrival, the officers spoke with the man outside the residence. He then entered the home and reemerged armed with a bow and arrow.

Police stated that the officers retreated to their patrol vehicle for cover as the man advanced. When he pointed the weapon at them, one officer discharged a firearm, striking the man once. Paramedics from New South Wales Ambulance treated him at the scene for the gunshot wound, but he was pronounced dead there. No officers or bystanders were injured, and authorities emphasized there is no ongoing concern for public safety.

Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland, addressing reporters in...