UPDATE: Man arrested following assault and firearm discharge in Bathurst

A man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting his father, discharging a firearm, and fleeing in a car near Bathurst last night, NSW Police say.

Shortly after 11am today, officers arrested a 46-year-old man at a home in O’Connell, without incident. He was taken to Bathurst Police Station and is assisting with inquiries.

Police would like to thank the media and public for their assistance.

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