Knife-wielding man is shot dead by cops after a tense stand-off near a popular Melbourne landmark

A man wielding a knife has been shot and killed by police in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

Police were called to Albert Street in Footscray at 9pm on Thursday night after reports of a man with a weapon.

Upon arrival, police found the man holding a knife and told him to drop it, but the man allegedly charged towards officers, who shot him.

The man, who has not been formally identified, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.

“Homicide Squad detectives will now investigate the matter with oversight from Professional Standards Command, as is standard procedure for a fatal police shooting,” a Victoria Police statement read.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.