Police hunt armed man in Sydney's Inner West

As of October 16, 2026, police are conducting a search operation in Dulwich Hill, Sydney's inner west, following reports of gunshots. The incident occurred near Williams Parade and Constitution Road around 10:20 am local time when authorities received information about an armed man inside a stolen vehicle. The vehicle was later set on fire, and the suspect fled down Union Street. Police have established a crime scene and locked down the area, urging residents to stay indoors for safety. Light rail services between Dulwich Hill and Lilyfield were halted during the operation. Authorities described the suspect as a Caucasian male in his 20s, approximately 160 centimeters tall with shaggy hair, wearing a blue T-shirt and long black pants. No injuries or arrests have been reported yet.