Gunman on the run after man shot dead in Wagga street

A MAN has been shot dead in Wagga Wagga, with a major manhunt now underway for the gunman responsible.

Emergency services rushed to Connorton Avenue in Ashmont just before 3am on Monday, June 9, following reports of a shooting.

Police say a man was shot during a violent altercation at the location.

Officers from Riverina Police District, along with NSW Ambulance paramedics, arrived to find the man with critical gunshot wounds.

Despite desperate efforts by responders, he could not be saved and died at the scene.

The victim is yet to be formally identified.

A crime scene has been established, and specialist forensic officers are combing the area for evidence.

A homicide investigation is underway, with local detectives being assisted by the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad.

Police are urging anyone with information, or dashcam or CCTV footage from the area, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
All reports will be treated in strict confidence.

This is a developing news story. Updates will be published as more information becomes available.