NSW man 'threatened' cops, remains in jail

A Sydney man who allegedly threatened police officers and then a magistrate will remain behind bars for more than two months as prosecutors prepare their case against him.

Blake Pender, 26, was arrested in Surry Hills two weeks ago after he allegedly threatened police with a knife.

The early-morning confrontation was investigated by the NSW Police fixated persons unit which targets people authorities believe could become lone wolf terrorists.

Pender's matter was adjourned until September 7 following a brief hearing at Central Local Court on Thursday.

The court heard the 26-year-old was not interviewed on the night he was arrested because of his "state".

During Pender's first court appearance on June 14 he reportedly told the magistrate "you will be next" and announced he wanted to blow himself up when released.

He was also seen pointing at people in court and dragging his finger across his throat.

Pender did not apply for bail on Thursday and it was formally refused.

His charges include intimidating a police officer, being armed with intent to commit an indictable offence, assaulting an officer in the execution of duty, resisting police, carrying a knife in a public place and larceny.