A critical incident investigation is underway after a man was shot by police in Potts Point.
Officers from Kings Cross Police Area Command were called to a unit complex on St Neot Avenue, Potts Point, about 10.50am today (Tuesday 3 March 2026), following reports an armed man had entered the complex and assaulted two women.
Responding police deployed a Taser; however, this was ineffective.
The man allegedly threatened attending officers with the weapon before a police officer discharged a firearm, shooting the man.
A crime scene has been established.
The condition of those injured is not known at this stage.
Further details will be made available when known.
The investigation will be subject of an independent review by the Professional Standards Command and overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
