Man shot dead in Cabramatta drug hot spot identified

DETECTIVES are still hunting a killer after Hung Robert Tran (pictured) was shot dead at a known drug buying hot spot in Cabramatta, in Sydney’s south west, on Saturday.

Police were called to Cabramatta on Saturday night after reports of a shooting. Mr Tran was shot dead. Picture: Gordon McComiskie

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DETECTIVES are still hunting a killer after a man was shot dead at a known drug buying hot spot in Cabramatta, in Sydney’s south west on Saturday.

Hung Robert Tran, 24, was found dead in Jasmine Cr, Cabramatta about 10.45pm after reports of at least four gunshots in rapid succession.

It was later ascertained that the male victim resided in Canley Vale.

Hung Robert Tran was shot dead. Picture: NSW Police Force

Following the discovery, police launched Strike Force Mackane to investigate the killing and now believe Mr Tran arrived at the murder scene in his own vehicle, a white 2009 VW Golf GTI with the NSW registration CZZ29Y.

The vehicle is still missing and police believe it may have been stolen from the scene following Mr Tran’s murder.

Mr Tran drove to the spot where he was killed in his VW Golf GTI. It is still missing. Picture: NSW Police Force

Strike force detectives released images of Mr Tran and his vehicle as part of their hunt for his killer.

They said anyone who spotted the vehicle should not approach it but should contact police.

“Investigations are continuing and anyone with information that may assist police with their inquiries is urged to come forward,” a NSW Police Force spokesman said.

Forensic teams and police at the scene of the shooting in Cabramatta on Saturday night. Picture: Gordon McComiskie

Locals reported hearing up to four gunshots. Picture: Gordon McComiskie

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It has also emerged that the scene of the shooting is a well known hot spot for drug deals.

Locals have told The Daily Telegraph it was not uncommon to see drug deals going down by the roadside almost around the lock.

“Sometimes I see it at night-time or daytime, just someone come, they sell and they go ... no one makes a report, I don’t know why. I think they are scared,” Minh Chau, 49, who regularly visits friends in the street, said.

Anyone with further information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.