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Man allegedly found with loaded shotgun, mask and ammunition near Golden Slipper Man allegedly found with shotgun, mask and ammunition near Golden Slipper race
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A loaded shotgun has allegedly been found in the backpack of a man stopped among crowds near horse racing’s Golden Slipper Day in Sydney.A loaded shotgun has allegedly been found in the backpack of a man stopped among crowds near horse racing’s Golden Slipper Day in Sydney.
Police say the man was stopped by officers conducting foot patrols near the intersection of James Ruse Drive and Hassall St at Rosehill about 5.15pm on Saturday.Police say the man was stopped by officers conducting foot patrols near the intersection of James Ruse Drive and Hassall St at Rosehill about 5.15pm on Saturday.
A loaded sawn-off shotgun, a mask, gloves and ammunition were found in his backpack, police say.A loaded sawn-off shotgun, a mask, gloves and ammunition were found in his backpack, police say.
The 39-year-old has been charged with a string of offences, including being armed with intent and possess a loaded firearm.The 39-year-old has been charged with a string of offences, including being armed with intent and possess a loaded firearm.
He is due to appear in Parramatta bail court on Sunday.He is due to appear in Parramatta bail court on Sunday.