An investigation is under way after a man was fatally shot during a home invasion near Campbelltown in the early hours of this morning.
Police say that around 3.40am (Tuesday, September 1), emergency services were called to a home on Mount Sugarloaf Drive, Glen Alpine, following reports of a home invasion.
On arrival, officers attached to Campbelltown City Police Area Command located a man suffering a gunshot wound inside the house.
The man – who is believed to be in his 20s – died at the scene.
Police say the deceased is yet to be formally identified.
Officers were told the unknown offenders left the scene a short time before police arrival.
A crime scene has been established and an investigation into the incident has commenced with the assistance of officers attached to the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Campbelltown Police addressed the media at 9am this morning.
Acting Superintendent Gretchin Atkins, Commander, Campbelltown City Police Area Command conducted the media conference outside the Campbelltown Police Station in Queen Street.
