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Alleged drone operator charged with murder after mistaken identity shooting in Sydney

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on September 12, 2026 • Originally reported by Henry Belot. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

NSW police say 18-year-old was operating drone when arrested and likely ‘conducting surveillance on someone or some premises’

A Sydney teenager has been charged with murder after police accused him of operating a drone as part of a suspected botched gang hit in the city’s west.

Joshua Macdonald, 40, was shot dead at a Merrylands West home on 2 September in what police believe may have been a case of mistaken identity. He was not known to police and had no links to organised crime.

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