Man charged with murder intent
A 49-year-old Umina man has been remanded in custody after a 37-year-old woman was shot in her home in Huntly Rd, Bensville, on Tuesday, January 11.
The man has been charged with shoot to intent to murder, wound with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, carry a firearm in a manner that would endanger others and firing a firearm into a building.
He is currently awaiting his next court date after attending Gosford local court the following day on Wednesday, January 12, where he was refused bail.
Police have undertaken ground searches along Huntly Rd, and Empire Bay Dr looking for the weapon used to shoot the woman in the neck.
Police allege the woman was shot around 5:45pm, following an argument with the man.
The woman was treated at the scene before being taken to Gosford Hospital. She was reported to be in a serious condition.
Shortly after the shooting, police stopped a white Subaru Impreza hatchback on Empire Bay Dr and arrested the man.
Inquiries are continuing and police say they will continue to search for the weapon.
"We won't stop looking for it," said Inspector George Bradbury of Brisbane Water Command.
"We'll continue to search for it based on whatever information is available."
Anyone with information should contact Gosford police on 4323 5599 or crime stoppers 1800 333 000.
Kaitlin Watts, 17 Jan 2011
Interview: Insp George Bradbury, NSW Police