Police launch investigation after man with gunshot wound found during traffic stop in Kingswood

A man was found with an alleged gunshot wound to his arm after police stopped a ute in Sydney’s west, prompting an investigation into the shooting.

A police investigation has been set up after a driver was found with a gunshot wound. Picture: File image

A police traffic stop in Sydney’s west has uncovered a man with an alleged gunshot wound, sparking an investigation into the incident.

Officers were patrolling Parker St in Kingswood shortly before 11pm on Sunday when they stopped a ute for dangerous driving.

Upon approaching the vehicle, police found a 39-year-old male passenger with a gunshot wound to his arm.

Police were told the man had been riding a bike in Cranebrook when he was allegedly shot before being picked up by the 43-year-old female driver of the ute, who was not injured.

Paramedics treated the man at the scene before transporting him to hospital in a stable condition.

Officers attached to Nepean Police Area Command established a crime scene on Redditch Way, Cranebrook, and an investigation into the incident has commenced.

As inquiries continue, anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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