Teenager charged after allegedly shooting man dead over barking dog in NSW town of Parkes
An 18-year-old is believed to have shot dead his neighbour in central western NSW because the man's dogs would not stop barking, police have said.
The 25-year-old victim was taken to hospital in a critical condition yesterday afternoon after emergency workers were called to property in Parkes just before 5pm.
However, he later died.
Nathan Price, 18, is accused of shooting his neighbour over a dispute allegedly involving a barking dog. Supplied
Ambulance crews rushed to the scene following the shooting in Parkes. 9News
Nathan Joseph Price was arrested at the scene and taken to Parkes police station, where he was charged with murder.
The shooting is believed to have followed an argument about the victim's dogs barking.
Superintendent Chris Taylor said the men were "not great friends" but confirmed they lived on the same street and knew one another.
Police are not aware of any previous incidents between them.
Police at the scene of the shooting in Porter Street, Parkes. 9News
Price was also charged with firing a gun in a public place and possession of an unregistered, unauthorised gun in public.
He did not apply for release when his matter was called at Orange Local Court today and it was formally refused.
He was ordered to reappear at Parkes Local Court on August 19.
The man was rushed to hospital after police arrived but he later died. 9News
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