Police confirm gun was fired at car in Craigton yesterday

It has been confirmed a gun was fired during an incident in the Craigton area of Glasgow yesterday afternoon.

Police had recieved several calls from members of the public about a damaged car Torbreck Street but had no reports of any injuries.

Forenstics now say a a firearm was discharged at a Toyota Avensis vehicle several times.

Detectives are appealing for anyone who spotted a black car, possibly a Merecedes, which was seen speeding away from Jura Street onto Paisley Road West around 12.55PM.

Detective Inspector Sarah McArthur from Govan CID said: “Enquiries are at a very early stage to establish the full circumstances of this reckless crime and it is absolutely vital that anyone with information comes forward to help us piece together what has happened here.

“We have had no reports of anyone being injured however we must confirm whether there was anyone in or near to the vehicle at the time. This is a busy residential area and I would appeal to anyone who was near to Torbreck Street yesterday afternoon, who may have noticed someone in or near to the vehicle targeted, to please get in touch.

“I would also ask anyone who may have noticed a black Mercedes, any other vehicles or anything at all untoward to pass this information on to police.

“Criminals who discharge firearms in busy residential areas not only risking the life of their target, but people in the surrounding area as well. This type of violent disregard for public safety will not be tolerated and support from the local community is going to be crucial to our investigation and finding the abhorrent individuals involved.

“Anyone with information can contact Govan CID via 101, quoting incident number 1720 of Monday 21 May 2018. Alternatively you can call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence."