Man faces court as shooting spree rises across Sydney
A man has appeared in court after being arrested in relation to a spate of shootings across Sydney — which has reached a staggering five separate shootings in the space of 48 hours.
A man has appeared in court following an investigation into a spate of shootings across Sydney — which has reached a staggering five separate shootings in the space of 48 hours.
The shootings took place between 1am on Tuesday and 10.15pm on Wednesday across suburbs in west, southwest and northwest Sydney.
Police believe the first four shootings could be linked but are unsure about the latest incident.
Police asked the public yesterday for help to get more information about the first four shootings near a business in Berala and homes in Regents Park and Ryde.
Remarkably, no-one was injured in those shootings which saw properties and vehicles sprayed with bullets.
“These shootings we don’t believe are random, they are targeted,” Auburn police Detective Inspector Chris Laird said.
A fifth shooting took place on David St in Mount Pritchard about 10.15pm last night near a home occupied by a woman and baby. The pair were not injured.
As part of the police investigation, Sabaoon Jadron, 33, was arrested yesterday afternoon at a home in Berala after police conducted a firearm prohibition order search at the address
During the search, police located multiple rounds of ammunition and an extendible baton.
The items were seized and Mr Jadron was arrested and later charged with possess prohibited weapon.
He pleaded not guilty to the charge in Burwood Local Court today and has been released on conditional bail.
As part of his bail, he must report to police each day and his case has been adjourned until July 2 at Burwood Local Court.
Police have not said the prohibited weapon charge relates directly to the shootings.
Detectives are continuing inquiries into the shootings.
Contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 if you have information that could assist police with the shootings.
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The shootings across Sydney this week:
Tuesday 1am: Police called about shots fired near a business on Elizabeth St, Berala
Tuesday 3.50am: Police called about shots fired near a house on Yukka Rd, Regents Park
Wednesday 12.55am: Police called about shots fired again near a house on Yukka Rd, Regents Park
Wednesday 1.15am: Police called about shots fired near a house on Charles St,Ryde
Wednesday 10.15pm: Police called about shots fired near a house on David St, Mount Pritchard
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