A critical incident investigation is underway after a man died following a police operation in Bathurst overnight.
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About 4.20pm on Sunday, emergency services were called to a home on Howick Street, Bathurst, and attempted to speak to the male occupant.
A police operation commenced when the man refused to leave the premises.
A perimeter was established, and officers attempted to negotiate with the man.
ALSO MAKING NEWS:
Despite attempts to speak to the man, about 4am today (Monday 14 March 2022), the man was located deceased in the home.
A crime scene was established and a critical incident team from Central West Police District will now investigate all circumstances surrounding the incident.
That investigation will be subject to an independent review.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
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