Police shoot dead man armed with bow and arrow in NSW

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Australian Associated PressJanuary 16, 2026 at 09:48 AM

Read Original Article

AI Summary

short article 1 min

A man armed with a bow and arrow was fatally shot by police in Gunnedah, New South Wales on Friday at 1:40 PM. Police were conducting a welfare check at the man's home after receiving a call expressing concern for his well-being. Authorities allege the man retrieved a bow and arrow after speaking with them, aiming the weapon at officers, who then shot him. Paramedics treated the man, but he died at the scene. This incident marks the third fatality involving NSW police this year, with two prior deaths occurring in January during a domestic violence incident and a mental health standoff. A critical incident investigation will be conducted into the Gunnedah shooting, overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Sydney 40% Tamworth 50% Law Enforcement Conduct Commission 60% Gunnedah ×280% NSW Police 80% New South Wales ×290%

Keywords

police shooting 100% bow and arrow 80% welfare check 70% police fatality 70% critical incident investigation 60% mental health episode 50% law enforcement conduct commission 50% domestic violence 40%