A tragic shooting outside a Sydney hotel has left one man dead and another critically injured. The incident occurred on Ross Street in Forest Lodge, in Sydney’s inner west, around 6:40 PM on Sunday.
Details of the Shooting
New South Wales police confirmed that two individuals were shot multiple times by unidentified assailants who fled the scene in a vehicle. Emergency services arrived promptly, but one man succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The second victim, who suffered severe gunshot wounds, was treated by paramedics and transported to a hospital in serious condition.
Eyewitness Accounts
One witness described hearing over a dozen rapid gunshots and initially mistook the sound for firecrackers. “It was such rapid fire I actually thought it was firecrackers, until I saw a family running down the street screaming,” she told reporters. Another eyewitness claimed to have seen a victim being shot multiple times in the neck, chest, and legs.
Police Investigation Underway
Police have established a crime scene outside the hotel and have launched an investigation led by Leichhardt detectives with support from the homicide squad. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in their inquiries.
This violent incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety and gun violence in urban areas. Updates on this case are expected as investigations continue.