Two Charged in Public Shootings, Pursuit: Task Force

Two people have been charged following two public place shootings and a pursuit in Sydney's south west yesterday.

Just before 7.45am yesterday (Saturday 18 April 2026), police were called to a home on Fairmont Street, Merrylands, after reports of shots fired.

Investigators attached to Task Force Falcon attended and established a crime scene.

Just after 8.15am, police were called to a second home on Woodstock Street, Guildford, after reports of shots fired.

Officers attached to Task Force Falcon attended and established a crime scene.

There have been no reports of any injuries.

Shortly after, responding police observed a black SUV travelling on Woodville Road, Merrylands.

The vehicle allegedly failed to stop, and a pursuit was initiated, travelling through local streets before being terminated.

The vehicle was found abandoned on Alexander Street, Fairfield, and following a search of the area, a 17-year-old boy and a 21-year-old man were arrested and taken to Cabramatta Police Station.

Following a subsequent search, police allegedly located and seized firearms and two jerry cans.

A stolen white SUV was also located on Portadown Road, Constitution Hill.

Both vehicles were seized to undergo forensic examination.

Following inquiries by investigators attached to Task Force Falcon a search warrant was executed at a home on Percy Street, Fairfield, where police seized multiple items.

The 17-year-old boy and the 21-year-old man were charged with:

  • Three counts of possess unauthorised pistol
  • Fire firearm at dwelling-house disregard for safety
  • Face blackened/disguised with intent commit indictable offence
  • Be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner
  • Fire firearm at dwelling etc organised criminal activity
  • Participate criminal group contribute criminal activity

The man was also charged with police pursuit - not stop - drive dangerously.

The boy was refused bail to appear before a children's court today (Sunday 19 April 2026).

The man was refused bail to appear before Bail Division Court 6 today (Sunday 19 April 2026).

Investigations under Taskforce Falcon continue.

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