Shooting investigation in Casino

Inquiries continue after a man was shot at Casino, in the state’s north, NSW Police say.

About 11pm (Saturday 1 September 2018), a man, believed to be aged 30, was walking on Canterbury Street, near the intersection with Walker Street, when he was shot in the left shoulder by an unknown occupant in a white sedan.

The car then left the scene, travelling west on Canterbury Street.

Emergency services were contacted and the man was taken to Lismore Base Hospital where he is receiving treatment.

His condition is not currently known.

Police from Richmond Police District attended and established a crime scene.

The scene is being canvassed and witnesses are being spoken to.

Inquiries continue.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

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