Police Confirm Possible Sighting of Julian Ingram in Mount Hope After Lake Cargelligo Shooting
NSW Police have confirmed the first possible sighting of Julian Ingram, who is wanted in connection to the shooting death of three people in Lake Cargelligo on Thursday. This sighting comes as a significant development in the ongoing investigation.
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The Western Region Commander, Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland, revealed that investigators received information overnight about a potential sighting at Mount Hope, an isolated community located approximately an hour north-west of Lake Cargelligo. This area is known for its vast and open landscapes, including large farms, paddocks, scrub, and bushland, which pose significant challenges for search and rescue operations.
Assistant Commissioner Holland emphasized the need for the public to exercise extreme caution, as tactical police are currently conducting multiple searches in the area.
Julian Ingram is accused of killing three people and seriously injuring another in Lake Cargelligo on Thursday afternoon. The victims included Sophie Quinn, a 25-year-old woman who was seven months pregnant, and a 32-year-old man. Sophie Quinn had previously been in a relationship with Ingram, and the incident is being treated as a domestic violence case.
The search for Ingram has been complicated by the remote location and the vast farmlands, which make it difficult to cover the entire area. Assistant Commissioner Holland mentioned that the search is being assisted by specialist tactical units, supported by PolAir, drone operators, and officers from the Western and South Police districts.
Temperatures in the area are expected to reach the mid-40s, and the police have strategically positioned PolAir in the region to assist in the search, particularly at night when temperatures drop.
New information has also emerged regarding the vehicle Ingram is believed to be traveling in. Assistant Commissioner Holland stated that CCTV and dashcam footage have helped identify the vehicle as a single-cab, Ford utility trayback with the registration DM 07 GZ. This new detail could significantly aid in narrowing down the search area.
The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings of Ingram or his vehicle to the authorities immediately. Anyone with information should call 000 or contact CrimeStoppers to assist in bringing Ingram to justice.
