Man allegedly wielding machete shot by police at Grafton
During the confrontation, an officer discharged their firearm, with the man sustaining an injury to his stomach and arm. How the drama unfolded.
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A critical incident investigation is underway after a shooting in the Northern Rivers.
Police went to a home on Smith Street, Grafton, at about midday on Tuesday, responding to reports of an aggravated break and enter.
Officers from Coffs/Clarence Police District found a 25-year-old man who had barricaded himself inside a room.
Officers negotiated with the man before he allegedly confronted them with a machete.
During the confrontation, an officer discharged their firearm, with the man sustaining an injury to his stomach and arm.
He was taken to hospital in a stable condition; his injuries are not considered life-threatening.
A crime scene was established and a critical incident team from Northern Region Police District will now investigate all circumstances surrounding the incident.
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