31 Jul 2023

Man critically injured in Invercargill firearms incident

8:42 am on 31 July 2023
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Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver

A man has been critically injured during a firearms incident in Invercargill.

Emergency services were called to Mavora Crescent, Heidelberg, shortly before midnight on Sunday.

Police said the man was taken to hospital in critical condition.

They asked for anyone with information to call 105 (event number P055508327) or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.