Alleged drone operator charged with murder after mistaken identity shooting in Sydney
Summary
A teenager in Sydney was charged with murder after police said he operated a drone linked to a mistaken identity shooting that killed Joshua Macdonald. Police believe the killing was a failed gang hit and have arrested two young men connected to the case.Key Facts
- Joshua Macdonald, 40, was shot dead on 2 September in Merrylands West, Sydney.
- Police suspect his killing resulted from mistaken identity and he had no criminal links.
- The shooting came a day after another mistaken identity killing in Sydney that killed a university student.
- NSW police arrested two men, aged 18 and 19, related to the incident.
- The 18-year-old was charged with murder and involvement in a criminal group and was found to be operating a drone during arrest.
- The 19-year-old was charged with group participation, contributing to crime, and driving with a suspended license and was granted bail.
- Police seized and examined a drone that they believe was used to help in the shooting.
- Authorities are concerned about a new pattern of criminal gangs using teenagers for violent acts and say they are working to control the situation.
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