NSW Police release CCTV of moments before Sydney lawyer Mahmoud Abbas was shot in Greenacre
Police hunting for a shooter who ambushed a Sydney defence lawyer outside his home have released shocking CCTV footage of the moments before the attack. WATCH the video here.
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Police detectives investigating the shooting of Mahmoud Abbas have released shocking CCTV footage showing a balaclava-clad gunman ambushing the Sydney defence laywer outside his home.
Photos of a black jeep police believe is connected to the incident have also been released.
Mr Abbas, 30, was shot in the stomach and right leg when a gunman opened fire as he approached his high-powered BMW in the driveway of his home on Narelle Cres in Greenacre about 10.25am on July 26.
Neighbours reported hearing three shots fired, with Mr Abbas dropping a black leather work bag, several $50 notes and pieces of paper on the ground, before managing to scramble back inside and call triple-0 himself.
Mr Abbas was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition.
He has since recovered from his injuries.
The CCTV released on Wednesday morning shows Mr Abbas in the driveway of his home before he is approached by an unknown man who appeared to have been waiting in a black Jeep across the street.
The CCTV shows Mahmoud Abbas in the driveway of the home before he is approached by an unknown man who appeared to have been waiting in a black Jeep across the street.
The unknown man fired at the Sydney laywer before fleeing the scene in the vehicle.
The State Crime Command’s Robbery and Serious Crime Squad and Task Force Magnus under Strike Force Alverstone took over case and released the vision and images of a jeep found in Wiley Park on July 27.
As the investigation continues, detectives are appealing for anyone with information about the incident, the identity of the male, or the movements of the car to come forward.
Anyone with information that may assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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