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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Alex Crowe

Man taken to hospital in suspected targeted shooting

A man was shot in Canberra's north on Thursday in what police believe to be a targeted attack.

The man was transported to hospital from Bendora Crescent in Palmerston with non-life threatening injuries, consistent with a shooting.

Police were called to the property to respond to the incident just after 2pm.

At the same time, several people in the area were seen running through the streets, with one appearing to be carrying a firearm.

ACT Police have reported a vehicle was also seen being driven erratically through Palmerston.

"At this time, police do not believe criminal gangs were involved," ACT police said in a statement.

"There is no threat to the wider community."

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Police are seeking witnesses, CCTV and dash-cam footage from the Palmerston area that captured any suspicious activity on Thursday afternoon.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.

Please quote reference 6809344.

Information can be provided anonymously.

ACT police are investigating a suspected shooting in Palmerston.
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