Man Wanted on Warrants Dies After Altercation with Residents

A 34-year-old man, wanted on multiple arrest warrants, has died in a Gold Coast hospital following an altercation with residents in northern New South Wales.

The incident, which occurred in the early hours of last Wednesday, is under investigation by a specialist police strike force.

Timeline of Events

• Approximately 4:40 AM, Wednesday: Police were called to Bellevue Avenue in Bray Park, near Murwillumbah, following reports of a person acting suspiciously.
• Upon Police Arrival: Officers found a 34-year-old man with serious injuries. He was being detained by two males on a footpath.
• Initial Medical Response: NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the man at the scene before transporting him to Gold Coast Hospital in a critical condition.
• Friday: The man died in the hospital from his injuries.

Police Investigation

Detectives attached to Strike Force Raison are investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death.

Investigators have spoken to a number of people who were present at the scene. According to Detective Sergeant Gary Sheehan from the Tweed-Byron Police District, residents reported seeing a man acting suspiciously and confronted him, leading to an altercation.

Detective Sergeant Sheehan stated there was a suggestion that objects were used during the altercation, but he could not confirm details as it is part of the ongoing investigation.

Background on the Deceased

New South Wales Police confirmed the deceased man was the subject of 12 outstanding arrest warrants.

Current Status

Investigations under Strike Force Raison are continuing.