NSW man stopped by police falls, dies

A man is dead after falling from a power pole he climbed to get away from police after being pulled over for speeding in NSW's southwest.

The 30-year-old was stopped by officers on Copland Street in Wagga Wagga about 12.30pm (AEDT) on Sunday.

As they tried to question the man, he ran from his car and climbed a nearby power pole.

Police say he ignored requests to get down, and fell and died a short time later.

A critical incident investigation is underway to review the conduct of the officers involved.