A man sustained severe injuries in a harrowing incident where he was shot with a nail gun during a robbery. Police in New South Wales, Australia, responded to a call about an assault at a residence on Goonoo Goonoo Road, Tamworth, just before 11 pm on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
The exact number of perpetrators involved in the violent attack remains unknown, but it was reported that a group of individuals stole money from the man. Upon the arrival of officers from Oxley Police District, they discovered a man in his 40s with nail gun wounds on his face, chest, and hand. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was swiftly transported to Tamworth Hospital by NSW Ambulance paramedics for urgent medical attention.
The man was confirmed to have suffered a fractured skull, head lacerations, and puncture wounds as a result of the brutal assault. New South Wales Police have issued an appeal for any information that could assist in their investigation. They released a statement requesting help from the public, mentioning the incident involving the nail gun assault and the subsequent treatment received by the victim at Tamworth Hospital.
Following thorough investigations, detectives executed a search warrant at a unit on Anne Street, South Tamworth, seizing nail gun nail strips and electronic devices. The police are actively pursuing leads and urge anyone with relevant information, including CCTV, dashcam footage, or mobile phone recordings, to reach out to Tamworth Police or Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000.
Individuals with knowledge about the incident are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or visit https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au for confidential information sharing. It is advised to avoid submitting details through NSW Police social media platforms.