Beechworth shooting update

Homicide Squad detectives are continuing to investigate a shooting incident in Beechworth last week which left one man dead and another seriously injured.

The injured man, a 60-year-old Beechworth man, was released from hospital and subsequently interviewed by detectives.

He has been charged with possess unregistered handgun, possess handgun with no serial number, cultivate cannabis and possess cannabis.

He was bailed to appear at the Wodonga Magistrates' Court on 16 May 2023.

Detectives also interviewed a 27-year-old Frankston man today in relation to the incident.

He was released pending further enquiries.

The investigation follows an incident at a rural property on Buckland Gap Road about 8.45pm last Thursday 27 October.

Upon arrival officers located the body of another 60-year-old Beechworth man at the front of the home.

The occupant of the address, the injured 60-year-old man, was located in a rear shed.

Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The parties were believed to be known to each other.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.auExternal Link

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