Police shot and killed a man armed with a machete at Westfield Mt Druitt shopping centre following reports of a brawl. Officers were threatened by the man, leading to the police firing multiple shots. Despite receiving first aid at the scene and paramedic treatment, the man, in his 20s, died. A critical incident was declared by New South Wales police, and the state crime command's homicide squad will investigate the event, which will also be reviewed by the professional standards command.
Uniformed officers were threatened by a male armed with a machete, resulting in police firing multiple shots at him which ultimately led to his death.
The situation escalated after reports of a brawl between two groups, prompting police intervention at Westfield Mt Druitt's car park.
The man, believed to be in his 20s, received first aid on the scene before succumbing to injuries, with police declaring a critical incident.
The state crime command's homicide squad will investigate the shooting, and a review by the police professional standards command will follow.
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