North Willoughby

North Willoughby is the location where Steve Pampalian, a 41-year-old man, was fatally shot by a NSW police officer in 2023. The incident is currently newsworthy due to an ongoing coronial inquest examining the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The inquest is investigating conflicting statements and actions of the police involved, specifically regarding the use of body-worn cameras and initial claims about Pampalian's prior interactions with law enforcement. Assistant Commissioner's initial statement that Pampalian was 'known to police' was later retracted as incorrect. The inquest is significant as it raises questions about police procedures, use of force, and transparency in reporting incidents involving mental health crises, as Pampalian was reportedly experiencing a psychotic episode at the time of the shooting.