Fawkner shooting: Police release footage after tradie ambushed in suburban Melbourne street
A man has been shot in a terrifying daylight attack on a suburban street with police saying an innocent bystander may have been seriously injured or killed.
Detectives have released chilling CCTV footage as part of their investigation into the targeted shooting in Melbourne last year.
“While we do believe this was a planned and targeted attack, it would have been incredibly frightening for those on the street who were simply going about their daily lives at 9.30 on a Wednesday morning,” said Detective Inspector Adam Tilley.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.“We have a significant investigation into the incident underway and are keen to speak to anyone who has information about the shooting or who recognises the man.
“This had the potential to impact innocent parties and we will do absolutely everything in our power to bring those involved before the court.”
Emergency services were called to Denys Street in Fawkner after reports of a shooting just after 9.30am on Wednesday, October 3.
Investigators believe a 49-year-old Lalor man had been lured to the address under the pretence of providing a quote for a trades job.
A white Mercedes Benz is then captured on CCTV arriving and parking on the street at around 9.05am.
The victim arrives just after 9.30am and can be seen walking along the street before a man wearing all black clothing including a hoodie exits the Mercedes and runs towards him, shooting him in the left ankle.
The bullet travelled straight through his ankle before exiting and hitting his right foot.
He was conveyed to hospital with serious injuries which he still requires ongoing treatment for.
The gunman then runs back to the waiting car, believed to be a 2018 Mercedes Benz GLC43 with cloned number plates, and flees the scene.
Investigators believe the address he was provided and asked to attend was chosen randomly and the incident is not connected to anyone living on that street.
Another witness at the scene of the incident has provided a description of the alleged shooter and he is believed to be of African appearance, around 182cm tall, with a slim build, dark hair and brown eyes.
Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000.
