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Irishman (30s) Shot Dead In Australia

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A 57-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

An Irish man has died after he was shot in Australia.

Police have arrested a man in connection with the incident.

Just after 8am Australian time - which is nine o'clock last night Irish time - police received reports of a shooting.

Paramedics were called to a house in the Oberon area - which is two hours outside of Sydney.

An Irish man in his 30s was shot and attempts to save him were unsuccessful.

A 57-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

A gun has been seized and police say initial inquiries suggest the two men were known to each other.

The Department of Foreign Affairs says it's aware of the case and is providing consular assistance.

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