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Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting in Elermore Vale

today29 January 2025

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An investigation has been launched after shots were fired at a residential property in Newcastle in the early hours of Wednesday, 29 January 2025. Newy 87.8 believes this may be a targeted attack.

Around 4:30am, police were alerted to reports of gunfire on Lake Road, Elermore Vale. Officers from Newcastle City Police District arrived at the scene to find the front of a house and a vehicle damaged by projectiles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

Specialist police conducted a detailed examination of the crime scene, while Newcastle City Detectives commenced an investigation into the incident. Early inquiries indicate that the shooting was targeted, and authorities have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat.

Lake Road has since reopened, and traffic flow remains unaffected. Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, with assurances of confidentiality.

 

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Written by: Newy Staff


Newy 87.8 FM is an FM radio station established in 2014 targeting Classic Hits music enthusiasts across Newcastle and The Central Coast, Australia. The station plays 60s 70s and 80s music. The station can be streamed online via this website or smart phone apps such as Tunein. In 2024 we opened a local newsroom dedicated to publishing Newcastle News.