Investigations into shooting continue in Wollongong

Investigations are continuing after a man was shot in Wollongong's north today.

Emergency services were called to Mountain Avenue, Woonona, just after 2.30pm after a man reported he had been shot.

Police believe the man was shot in nearby Joanne Street before getting into his car and driving to Mountain Avenue.

He suffered severe facial injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Sydney. He is currently in a serious but stable condition and his injuries are not considered life threatening.

Detectives from Wollongong Local Area Command are investigating the incident and believe it was targeted, NSW Police say.

They are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers.

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