An Irishman has reportedly been shot dead in Australia.
The man, who has yet to be formally identified, was found by officers in the Chifley Police District who responded to a call from Jenolan Street in Oberon just after 8am on Thursday, February 9, the Sunday World reports.
Upon arriving at the house police reportedly found the body of a man who had suffered a gunshot wound. Although he was treated by paramedics from the New South Wales ambulance service, he died at the scene.
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The man is reportedly aged in his 30s, and a native of Sligo.
A man was subsequently arrested following the shooting at a house in the Central Tablelands in New South Wales. The 57-year-old suspect was brought to Oberon Police Station, where he is currently being held.
A crime scene has been established in the house which will now be examined by specialist forensic police. A firearm was also seized, and will be subject to further examination by the specialist team.
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