New footage of accused gunman Julian Ingram attending a police station on the day he allegedly shot three people dead – including his ex-partner – has been released by police.
Ingram, 37, has been on the run since January 22 when he allegedly killed three people in the central west town of Lake Cargelligo.
His ex-partner Sophie Quinn, 25, and John Harris, 32, were found inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds and both died at the scene.
Police were called to a nearby street a short time later where they found Ms Quinn’s aunt Nerida, who had also been fatally shot.
On Thursday, police released CCTV footage of Ingram attending a police station on January 22 – before the alleged shootings.
The footage of Ingram was captured before the alleged shootings. Picture: NSW Police
Police have warned people not to approach the man if they see him. Picture: NSW Police
In the footage, Ingram is captured waiting outside the station, ringing a doorbell before leaning against the wall and using what appears to be a vape.
He is seen wearing a yellow high visibility shirt with long pants, boots and a red cap.
Ingram’s sleeves are rolled up in the video, revealing multiple tattoos on his forearm.
Sophie Quinn, 25, was fatally shot inside her car. Picture: Supplied
John Harris, 32, was also killed. Picture: Facebook
In an update on Thursday, NSW Police urged anyone who sees Julian or his vehicle not to approach him and to phone triple-0 immediately.
“Julian is described as being Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 165cm-170cm tall, of a medium build with short dark hair and brown eyes,” NSW Police said in a statement.
“He is shown wearing a yellow and navy high visibility shirt, navy cargo pants, black boots and a red cap. He also has a number of tattoos on his arms.”
The manhunt has now been going on for seven days. Picture: Supplied
Police also released this image of one of his tattoos. Picture: NSW Police
Kaleb Macqueen, 19, was also shot in the incident and taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition.
A large-scale police operation has been unfolding in the area since the fatal shootings, but Mr Ingram remains at large.
‘Scourge’: Top cop erupts
Speaking to reporters in Lake Cargelligo on Thursday, NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon said it was a “terrible tragedy that should not occur”.
“Domestic and family violence remains a scourge on our community – NSW Police attend over 160,000 calls for service for domestic and family violence each year,” he said.
“In the last year, we charged over 33,000 individuals with domestic and family violence assaults, which is a disgrace.
“Since I have been the commissioner, I made it really clear that domestic and family violence will be one of my key priorities because of the impact it has on community, and we have seen such a horrific impact here in Lake Cargelligo.”
Nerida Quinn. Picture: Supplied
Kaleb Macqueen. Picture: 9News
Mr Lanyon added that police were working with local property owners and Aboriginal liaison officers to gather information.
“Information from there that he might have been at those locations is very, very valuable to us,” he said.
“This is the fifth day of over 40-degree temperatures. Yet our police have been unwavering. I’m incredibly proud of the work they’re doing and their commitment to this community.”
Mr Lanyon said the community would continue to see a “significant policing presence” until the suspect is brought before the court.
Mr Ingram, also known as Pierpoint, is wanted on an outstanding warrant for murder.
Police describe him as of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 165cm to 170cm tall, with medium build, short dark hair and brown eyes.
Julian Ingram, also known as Pierpoint, is wanted on an outstanding murder warrant. Picture: NSW Police
He was last seen driving a Ford Ranger utility with NSW registration DM-07-GZ, featuring council signage, high-visibility markings, and an emergency light bar.
Specialist police and Defence Force personnel have been deployed to assist with the search. Tactical Operations Unit officers, negotiators, and homicide investigators have joined local officers in Lake Cargelligo and surrounding districts, with Strike Force Doberta leading the investigation.
Alleged shooter alive, still in area: police
Assistant Commissioner Andrew Holland confirmed that officers believed Mr Ingram was still alive, citing his local knowledge of water sources and hiding places such as caves in the area.
“We have to systematically work through these locations to make sure that we have dotted our I’s and crossed our T’s at every location before we can move to the next location,” he said.
NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon described the shootings as a ‘terrible tragedy. Picture: NewsWire/ Klae McGuinness
Mr Holland said police were actively following public leads, including one report of Mr Ingram in the Mount Hope area. He said electronic tracking methods were being used to narrow down search areas.
“We are confident that he is in the area. The information is forthcoming from locals and is being passed through our investigators,” Mr Holland said.
“We are using electronic methods now to track certain locations and will obviously benefit from any information the public is able to provide.”
Police believe Mr Ingram is using his knowledge of the local terrain, including water sources and natural hiding spots, to evade capture.
Officers are systematically searching properties and remote locations, many the size of Sydney’s metropolitan area.
Authorities are also investigating whether Mr Ingram may be receiving assistance from others in the community.
Mr Holland cautioned residents not to approach him and said all leads were being thoroughly examined.
The operation involves more than 100 officers, with additional members from the public order and riot squad assisting.
Specialist police have been deployed to assist with the manhunt. Picture: NewsWire/ Klae McGuinness
“All members of the community should exercise extreme caution. They need to be aware that there is a gunman on the loose in their area,” Mr Lanyon said.
Mr Lanyon confirmed the suspect was on bail for previous domestic violence offences at the time of the shootings and said police would work with the NSW government on considerations around bail decisions for such offenders.
He also clarified an administrative oversight regarding the public assembly restriction declaration in the area that has now been formally extended to February 3.
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