Sydney- New South Wales (NSW) Police have arrested two 17-year-old teenagers in relation to a series of incidents in western Sydney, including a barbershop shooting, a car fire, and a crash involving a stolen vehicle early Thursday morning.
Timeline of Events
Gunshots Fired at Barbershop:
At approximately 2:20 a.m. local time, police responded to reports of gunfire at a barbershop in Mount Druitt, about 40 km west of Sydney’s city centre.
Upon arrival, officers found the shop's window riddled with bullet holes.
Car Chase and Arrests:
Shortly after, police pursued a stolen vehicle that failed to stop as ordered.
The chase ended with the vehicle crashing in a nearby suburb.
The two teens inside were uninjured and arrested on the scene.
Seizure of Evidence:
A search of the vehicle uncovered two firearms, a jerry can of petrol, and two balaclavas, suggesting potential criminal intent.
Car Fire:
At 2:10 a.m., emergency services responded to a car fire reported in the vicinity.
Initial investigations link this incident to the shooting and crash.
Ongoing Investigation
Crime scenes have been established at the barbershop and car fire locations. NSW Police are actively investigating the connections between the incidents, with Australia’s 9News confirming their belief in a coordinated series of events.
The arrests mark a significant development in what appears to be a complex and deliberate series of crimes. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.