Mount Druitt shooting: Man expected to be charged
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- Police move to charge a suspect after dozens of rounds were fired at a family home in May
- What this means for the community
Police move to charge a suspect after dozens of rounds were fired at a family home in May
The Mount Druitt shooting has prompted the NSW Police to move towards charging a man this afternoon after a terrifying attack on a family home in May. The incident left a neighbourhood shaken but, thankfully, no one was physically hurt.
Detectives say up to 30 rounds were fired at the property while eleven people, including four children, were inside. The shots were reported in May and authorities have treated the incident as a serious, targeted matter.
Today, a strike force attempted to detain a vehicle in Cambridge Park; the driver fled the scene. The pursuit ended when officers located the suspect in Rooty Hill and arrested him with support from PolAir and the Dog Squad.
Police have confirmed that no injuries were sustained during the shooting. Investigators continue to examine the motive and piece together a timeline of events from May through to the arrest this morning.
The arrest represents a significant step for investigators and the local community, providing some measure of reassurance while enquiries continue. Further court action and formal charges are expected to be announced as the case progresses.
What this means for the community
Residents have been reminded to report any information that could assist detectives as enquiries continue. Community safety units and local police are likely to maintain a visible presence while forensic and strike force work proceeds.
Who is expected to be charged over the Mount Druitt shooting?
Police expect to charge a man arrested this morning following an investigation into the May shooting at a family home in Mount Druitt.
When did the shooting take place and were there any injuries?
The shooting occurred in May. Although up to thirty rounds were fired at the property where eleven people — including four children — were present, no one was hurt.
How was the suspect located and arrested?
Strike force detectives first tried to apprehend a driver in Cambridge Park; the driver fled. The suspect was later located and arrested in Rooty Hill with assistance from PolAir and the Dog Squad.
What charges might the suspect face?
Formal charges have not been detailed publicly yet. Authorities expect to lay charges related to the shooting once investigators finalise their enquiries and file the appropriate documents.
How can the public help the investigation?
Members of the public with information are encouraged to contact NSW Police or Crime Stoppers. Any surveillance footage, dashcam or mobile phone video from the time may assist investigators.
The information in this article has been adapted from mainstream news sources and video reports published on official channels. Watch the full video here Man charged over Mount Druitt shooting | 7NEWS
