# NSW Police fatal shooting in Southern Tablelands

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nsw-police-fatal-shooting-in-southern-tablelands
> Updated: 2026-10-11T18:30:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

On October 4, 2026, New South Wales police fatally shot a 45-year-old man, identified as Danny Di Biccari, following a vehicle accident near Rugby in the Southern Tablelands. 

According to reports, a Chrysler station wagon crashed into a tree and landed in a ditch. While officers and paramedics were attempting to check on the welfare of the unresponsive driver, the man allegedly took possession of a loaded rifle and pointed it at an officer. Police responded by opening fire, striking the man with multiple rounds. Despite attempts at CPR, Mr. Di Biccari died at the scene.

Investigators noted that the deceased was known to police and had a history of firearms offences. The shooting has been declared a critical incident and is under investigation by the NSW Police Homicide Squad, with oversight from the Professional Standards Command and the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: NSW Police shoot man dead following car accident near Yass

Danny Di Biccari, 45, was shot dead by NSW police near Yass after allegedly aiming a rifle at officers while attempting to receive medical aid following a car accident.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nsw-police-shoot-man-dead-following-car-accident-near-yass

### 2026-10-05: NSW Police shoot man dead in Southern Tablelands

NSW Police fatally shot a 45-year-old man in Rugby after he allegedly pointed a loaded rifle at officers following a car crash. The incident is under critical incident investigation.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nsw-police-shoot-man-dead-in-southern-tablelands

---
Cite as: NSW Police fatal shooting in Southern Tablelands. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nsw-police-fatal-shooting-in-southern-tablelands