New Zealand

Invercargill teens remain in serious and critical conditions after shooting

14:29 pm on 1 February 2022

Two teenagers remain in hospital after a shooting at a property in Heidelberg yesterday, police say.

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A 17-year-old female remains in a serious condition and a 16-year-old male is in a critical condition in Dunedin Hospital following the shooting just after 1am on Monday.

Police believe the shooting was a targetted incident.

A scene examination continues and enquiries are ongoing, police said in a statement.

"The community will notice an increased police presence in the area today as we make our inquiries," Southern Area Commander Inspector Mike Bowman said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 105 and refer to file number 220131/9471, or call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.