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Man Shot Dead by Police After Crashing Into Tree, Pointing Gun at Officers

A critical incident team is investigating after officers said the man aimed a rifle at them and died at the scene despite CPR.

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A critical incident has been declared following the death of the man, believed to be aged 45.

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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Man shot dead by police, critical incident declared

The man allegedly aimed a rifle at officers after crashing his car into a tree.

·North Sydney, Australia
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7NEWS Australia7NEWS Australia
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Man shot dead by police after crashing into tree, pointing gun at officers

A critical incident has been declared following the death of the man, believed to be aged 45.

·Australia
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7NEWS Australia broke the news in Australia on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
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