Man dies after being shot during hunting trip in Noojee, Victoria
A man has died after he was shot during a hunting trip in Victoria’s Gippsland region.
It is believed a group of people were out hunting in Noojee about 11.30am Saturday when the 64-year-old father when he was shot in the chest.
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Police say the bullet was fired by another member of the group who were questioned.
Investigators, however, say they believe the shooting was a tragic accident.
Noojee is located about 40 minutes north of Warragul.
Anybody with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers online or by calling 1800 333 000.
