An investigation is underway after a man was shot in the states south overnight.
About 9pm (Tuesday 27 December 2022), officers from Murray River Police District attended Deniliquin Hospital following reports a 39-year-old man had presented with a gun shot wound to the right foot.
The man was later taken to Bendigo Hospital where his condition is listed as stable.
Following inquiries, a crime scene was established at Hussey Lane and MacAuley Street, Deniliquin, which will be examined by specialist officers later today (Wednesday 28 December 2022).
The incident is believed to be targeted.
As investigations continue anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Deniliquin Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
