Armed Crime Squad detectives have charged a man following a non-fatal shooting in Broadmeadows on Wednesday afternoon.
With assistance from the Special Operations Group, a 22-year-old man was arrested on Central Grove in Broadmeadows around 1.15pm this afternoon.
The Dallas man was interviewed by detectives and charged with
– Intentionally causing injury
– Reckless conduct endanger serious injury
– Common law assault
– Possess unregistered handgun
– Use Firearm in a public place
– Possess cannabis
– Possess prescription medication without a prescription
– Handle stolen goods
– Commit indictable offence whilst on bail
He will appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court later today.
The charges follow an incident where a 31-year-old Broadmeadows man was shot in the lower body following a verbal altercation about 3.10pm on 7 October.
He sustained a non-life-threatening injury and was taken to hospital.
The two men are believed to be known to each other.
Anyone with information on illicit firearms activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
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