INVESTIGATIONS are ongoing after the death of a man in Williamtown on Sunday night.
Just after 9pm on Sunday 18 June 2023, officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District were called to a home in Sproule Crescent, Thornton, over concerns for a man’s welfare.
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Police were told the 36-year-old man, who was armed with a firearm, had left the property in a vehicle.
“Following inquiries, the vehicle was located travelling on Newline Road, Seaham a short time later,” a NSW Police spokesperson said.
“When the vehicle did not stop, a police pursuit was initiated.
“The vehicle came to a stop near Stockton Beach, Williamtown, and the man ran onto the beach.
“He was located deceased suffering a self-inflicted gunshot wound.”
A crime scene was established and a critical incident team from Tuggerah Lakes 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.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.
By Zayne PHILLIPS
