Hunt continues for man with shotgun who sparked lockdown in Sydney's inner west

On October 16, 2026, police responded to reports of gunfire in Dulwich Hill, Sydney. Around 10:20 am, officers were called to Williams Parade after reports of an armed man with a stolen vehicle that was later set on fire. The alleged gunman reportedly waved a sawn-off shotgun at three witnesses before fleeing. Tactical units and the PolAir helicopter conducted a search, leading to a lockdown in the area that lasted several hours. Light rail services between Dulwich Hill and Lilyfield were canceled, and nearby businesses and schools went into lockdown.

The suspect was described as a Caucasian man in his 20s, about 160 centimeters tall, with shaggy brown hair, wearing a blue T-shirt and long black pants. He remained at large until Sunday night when a 32-year-old man was arrested in Burwood after attempting to evade police. The suspect sustained injuries during the arrest and was taken to Concord Hospital before being transferred to Newtown Police Station.

Charges against the suspect included possessing a shortened firearm without authority, robbery while armed with a dangerous weapon, and other offenses related to property damage and driving violations.