Death in custody investigation launched after rural Darwin police pursuit
Northern Territory Police have declared a death in custody investigation after a 43-year-old man died following a confrontation with police near Darwin.
A 43-year-old man has died following a police pursuit in Darwin's rural area. Northern Territory Police have launched a death in custody investigation into the incident. Acting Assistant Commissioner Peter Malley has backed the actions of the officers involved, who are receiving welfare support. The man reportedly stole two vehicles and took part in a confrontation with police in scrubland near the Stuart Highway, during which he allegedly self-harmed.
Police deployed a taser to prevent further harm, but the man still succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
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