Police investigate amputated finger in southern Sydney

An investigation is underway after part of a human finger was found on the windscreen of a car in southern Sydney

Reports of an amputated finger reached paramedics and police at 3.30 am yesterday, prompting authorities to attend an apartment in Narwee.

An unknown man fled from the balcony of the property while officers were talking to the apartment's occupant, police allege.

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The man was unable to be located by police and a crime scene was established.

Officers were then called to a second property in Riverwood, after part of a human finger was found on the windscreen of a parked car at 7.30 am.

Blood was found on the front door of a nearby unit following further investigations.

Officers forced entry into the property and located a 26-year-old man who was missing a part of his finger.

The 26-year-old was treated by paramedics at the scene and was taken to the hospital for further treatment.

Investigations continue.

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