Police have shot a 21-year-old man in the stomach in Glen Alpine, in Sydney's south-west, after an alleged domestic violence incident. Officers attended a home around midday on Thursday after reports of threats, and police allege the man pointed a pistol at them. A woman at the house was taken to hospital in shock, while the man, who is in serious condition, was treated at the scene before being transported to hospital. A critical incident has been declared, a crime scene established, and an independent review by the Professional Standards Command, overseen by the LECC, will follow.
A 21-year-old man allegedly armed with a pistol was shot by police in Glen Alpine, in Sydney's southwest, on Thursday. Emergency services were called to Strathmore Place after reports the man had made threats. Officers gave first aid before paramedics took over, and the man was taken to hospital in a serious condition. No other injuries were reported. A critical incident investigation is underway, led by the Burwood Police Area Command and overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.
A 21-year-old man has been shot in the stomach by police after allegedly arriving at his partner's family home in Glen Alpine, in Sydney's southwest, with a pistol. Police say he allegedly pointed the weapon at officers, prompting one officer to fire a single shot. The man was taken to hospital in a serious condition. His partner was also taken to hospital, appearing to be in a state of shock. Police say they had no record of previous domestic violence involving the couple.
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