Manhunt after man shot during ‘altercation’ at property in regional Victoria
A man has been shot during an altercation at a regional property, with police now hunting a gunman.
A manhunt is under way after a man was shot in a small town in western Victoria.
Police say the a man was shot by another man during an altercation at a property on Kings Ave in St Arnaud, between Bendigo and Horsham, at about 7.20am on Monday.
A man in his 40s was airlifted to The Alfred Hospital with a non life-threatening injury to his upper body, Ambulance Victoria confirmed.
He is in a stable condition.
“It is believed the parties are known to each other,” police said in a statement.
“Police are currently making inquiries into the whereabouts of the other man, whilst patrols are conducted to ensure the safety of the community.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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Originally published as Manhunt after man shot during ‘altercation’ at property in regional Victoria
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