A man has walked into a Sydney hospital with a gunshot wound, sparking a police investigation to find the person responsible for the shooting.
Man presents with gunshot injury
A 43-year-old man attended Fairfield Hospital in Sydney's southwest at approximately 7:55pm on Monday evening. He told medical staff he had been shot in his right thigh. The man arrived at the hospital of his own accord, a situation described by authorities as a "self-presentation".
Police launch investigation
New South Wales Police were immediately notified and have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Officers attended the hospital to speak with the injured man and begin their inquiries. The scene of the shooting itself has not yet been publicly identified by police.
Authorities are now actively working to locate the alleged gunman. They are appealing to the public for any information that could assist their investigation.
Appeal for public assistance
Police have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. The appeal highlights the importance of community cooperation in resolving such serious crimes.
The condition of the 43-year-old man has not been officially disclosed, though his ability to present himself at the hospital suggests he was in a stable enough condition to travel. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives piece together the events leading up to the man's arrival at Fairfield Hospital.
