A man who allegedly fired up to 50 bullets at random members of the public in Sydney’s inner west has faced court for the first time.
Croydon Park was sent into lockdown for several hours on Sunday night following reports of an active shooter.
More than a dozen people were injured including a man who remains in a serious condition after being shot in the neck.
After an almost two-hour stand-off with tactical officers, the alleged gunman Artemios Mintzas was arrested inside his apartment.
The window where police allege the gunman fired on more than a dozen members of the public at random on Georges River Road on Sunday night. (Timothy Ailwood)
The 60-year-old has since been charged with a total of 25 offences including 18 counts of shooting with intent to murder.
Facing Burwood Local Court on Tuesday, Mr Mintzas did not apply for his release on bail.
During the hearing, two different lawyers each claimed to be Mr Mintzas’s legal representation, leading to a tense exchange between the two.
Defence lawyer Diana Sabouni initially mentioned the matter, however barrister Dymphna Hawkins stepped in telling the court she had spoken with the accused on Monday.
Police had to lock down the nearby area for hours before taking Mr Mintzas into custody. (ABC News: Tony Ibrahim )
The hearing was stood over multiple times with a verbal argument erupting just outside the court room.
Eventually the matter was resolved when Mr Mintzas was called up from the cells and confirmed in person his wish for Ms Hawkins to represent him.
Mr Mintzas apologised in court for the confusion.
The 60-year-old was wearing a blue jumper and had multiple scars on his face.
Outside of court, Ms Hawkins said she needed to see the brief of evidence.
Mr Mintzas will face court again in December.