Three people have been killed and another has been seriously injured after a shooting in the NSW central west.
The gunman is still believed to be on the run in Lake Cargelligo and police are urging residents to stay inside.
Two women and a man were declared dead after emergency services were called to Walker Street, near Yelkin Street, in Lake Cargelligo about 4.40pm.
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Another man has been taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition.
"A crime scene has been established and an investigation into the circumstances of the incident has commenced," NSW Police said.
"The public is urged to avoid the area and for local residents to stay inside.
"More information will be provided when it becomes available."
Police were planning to provide an update at a press conference later tonight.
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Barwon MP Roy Butler said it was a "tragic" situation.
"It's a terrible situation, and it's still live, so we don't have much information," Butler said.
"My thoughts are with the victims and their families.
"Please stay indoors until the advice changes."
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Central West Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Lake Cargelligo is about 600 kilometres west of Sydney.
It has a population of 1169, according to the 2021 Census.
More to come.
