A man is lucky to be alive after being shot in a terrifying daylight attack in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, with the gunman still on the run and police launching a major manhunt.
Chaos in Bayswater
The violent incident unfolded around 4:15 PM on Mountain Highway in Bayswater, sending shockwaves through the typically quiet suburban community. Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of gunfire echoed through the neighbourhood.
Witnesses described a harrowing scene as the victim, despite his injuries, managed to flee the area on foot while bleeding profusely. The wounded man was later discovered by police and paramedics near the intersection of Mountain Highway and Bayswater Road.
Victim's Condition and Police Response
The shooting victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, was transported to a Melbourne hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police have confirmed he is currently in stable condition and assisting with their investigation.
"This was a brazen attack that occurred in broad daylight," a police spokesperson stated. "We have significant concerns about an armed individual remaining in the community and are dedicating substantial resources to locate this person."
Ongoing Investigation and Community Alert
Authorities have cordoned off multiple crime scenes across Bayswater as forensic teams work to gather evidence. The exact circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear, though police are treating the incident as targeted.
Residents in the Bayswater area have been urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. The gunman is described as potentially dangerous and should not be approached by members of the public.
Investigators are appealing for anyone with information, dashcam footage, or CCTV from the Bayswater area around the time of the shooting to come forward as they work to piece together the events that led to this violent attack.
