SYDNEY, Feb. 27 (Xinhua) -- Australian police have launched an investigation after a man was shot dead on Tuesday in Sydney's southwest.
According to a statement by the New South Wales Police Force, emergency services were called to Stella Street in Fairfield Heights just after 8:30 a.m. local time.
The incident site is located about 25 km west of Sydney's central business district.
Upon arrival, officers located a man unresponsive on the footpath. Paramedics treated the man, but he was then confirmed deceased at the scene.
"A crime scene has been established, as an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the man's death continues. A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner," the police noted.
The authorities are also appealing for public assistance to collect information related to the shooting. ■