A man has been taken to hospital after being shot by police in Sydney’s south-west.
The shooting occurred on Strathmore Place, Glen Alpine about 1pm on Thursday.
Officers responding to reports of a man making threats during a domestic incident about 12.25pm were met by the 21-year-old man allegedly armed with a firearm, NSW Police said in a statement.
The man was taken to hospital in a serious condition after being shot during a confrontation with officers.
Police tape surrounded one home on the street on Thursday afternoon, where discarded pyjamas and a pair of slippers could be seen on the front lawn.
A critical incident has been declared and the investigation will be overseen by the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.
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Jack Gramenz is a breaking news reporter at The Sydney Morning Herald.Connect via email.From our partners
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