Police confirmed that a suspect has not yet been identified in connection to the shooting incident.
Units were dispatched to the location where they found the male unresponsive with an apparent head wound, lying near an unattended motorcar with the engine running.
They responded to the emergency around 12.45am Sunday, December 16th.
EMTs were on scene and commenced life-saving efforts which continued as the victim, a “young man”, was transported to the hospital for further treatment.
A forensic support unit attended the scene and recovered evidence to suggest a firearm had discharged at that location. However, there were no reports of gunshots in the area.
Acting Chief Inspector Clifford Roberts spoke to from the scene of the incident at Tribe Road No. 5 near Ord Road in Paget confirmed that the severity of the victim’s condition in hospital is unknown.
He also could not disclose how many rounds of ammunition were recovered from the scene as the investigation is in its early stages.
Police are asking anyone with information or witnesses to the incident this morning to contact them on 295-0011 or 211.
Members of the public were also encouraged to speak with a police officer you may know.
The investigation continues.
