Homicide squad called in after man shot dead in Wagga Wagga
Police in New South Wales say a man has died after being shot during an altercation in Wagga Wagga.
Emergency services were called to Connorton Avenue in the suburb of Ashmont at about 3:00am.
Police said the man, who was yet to be formally identified, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene.
A crime scene has been established and forensic officers have examined the site.
Detectives from the state command's homicide squad will conduct the investigation.
Police are urging anyone with information, dash-cam or CCTV footage to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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