Man charged after Melton West shooting

A 28-year-old Melton man has been charged with serious assault and firearms-related offences following a non-fatal shooting in Melton West earlier this month.

Emergency services were called to Coburns Road about 11pm on Sunday, October 15 after a 27-year-old Melton West man was found in a car with a gunshot wound to his lower body.

Two men were arrested in relation to the incident yesterday afternoon.

A 22-year-old Melton man was charged with firearms-related offences in regards to a separate matter.

Both men faced an out of sessions hearing this morning and have been remanded to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court later today.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au.