A critical incident investigation has been launched following the death of a man during a confrontation with police in Taree last night.
About 1.15pm (Wednesday 31 July 2019), police were called to a home on Robertson Street, Taree, after concerns were raised for the welfare of a man.
On arrival, officers from Manning-Great Lakes Police District attempted to speak with a 40-year-old man, who was believed to be armed with a knife.
He remained inside the house for a number of hours, while Police Negotiators attempted to speak with him.
Just after 10.15pm, specialist operatives from the Tactical Operations Regional Support forced open the door of the house and were challenged by the man, who was armed with a large knife.
Operatives deployed a Taser and other tactical options, which were ineffective before the man was shot.
NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the man at the scene before taking him to Manning Base Hospital, where he died a short time later.
A Critical Incident Investigation Team from the Homicide Squad will now investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The investigation will be subject to independent review.
All information will be provided to the Coroner who will determine the cause of death and make any findings about the events leading to the man's death.
A crime scene has been established at the location, which will be examined by specialist forensic officers.
No further details are available at this time; however, police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
