Attributable to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan:
An investigation has been launched after a man was allegedly shot and critically injured in Stokes Valley this morning.
Emergency services were called to Hanson Grove about 9am after a report of a firearm being discharged.
A 39-year-old man was found in critical condition and was airlifted to hospital.
Immediately after the incident, a dark-coloured vehicle was seen leaving the scene at speed.
Extensive area enquiries were carried out, however the vehicle has not yet been located.
Police are working to put together a full picture of what has occurred and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
CCTV will be vital in this investigation. We are urging anyone who has residential or commercial CCTV / dashcam in the Hanson Grove vicinity or the main arterial routes of Stokes Valley to contact us.
If you can help, please call 105 and quote file number 250803/0624.
You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre