Strike Force Ramose was established after four men forced their way into a home on Gobolion Street, Wellington, armed with shotguns and a machete on February, 12, 2019.

A 37-year-old man was assaulted and struck with a machete, before being shot in the groin.

He was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics, before being taken to Orange Base Hospital, where he underwent surgery, his condition was not considered life threatening.

About 6.30pm on November, 30, 2019, a 38-year-old man was shot in the legs at a unit block in Maxwell Street, Wellington.

The man was conveyed to Wellington Hospital where he sought medical treatment. He was later transferred to Dubbo Base Hospital, and his condition was not considered life threatening.

Following this incident, in December 2019, detectives seized two rifles from a Wellington address, they are currently being forensically examined.

In January 2020, detectives executed a search warrant in Swift Street, Wellington, where they seized a shortened firearm. Inquiries continue into the ownership of the weapon.

Following further inquiries, officers attached to Orana Mid-Western Target Action Group with the assistance of detectives executed a search warrant at an address in Yeoval on February, 13.

During the search officers seized 11 firearms, three pistols and a large amount of ammunition.

Police are conducting investigations for a possible link between all offences.

Anyone who may information that could assist detectives with their investigation should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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