Londonderry: PSNI investigating after shots fired at house in 'reckless attack'

Gun shots were heard in the Rosskeen Park area of Derry last night

The attack caused front door and inner door damage at a house consistent with shotgun strikes.
Author: Chelsie KealeyPublished 2nd Aug 2023
Last updated 2nd Aug 2023

The PSNI is investigating shots being fired in a residential area in Londonderry.

Gun shots were heard in the Rosskeen Park area of Derry last night (Tuesday) just before 10.40pm.

Police said it was reported that two masked men were seen running away.

The attack caused front door and inner door damage at a house consistent with shotgun strikes.

No injuries have been reported.

Detectives from Strand Road Criminal Investigation Branch are investigating and appeal for witnesses, or anyone who may have captured footage of the incident, to contact them.

Detective Sergeant Ballentine said: "This was a brazen and reckless attack carried out in a residential area. As we continue with enquiries to establish exactly what happened, a motive and who is responsible, we appeal to anyone with information that could assist us, in particular CCTV or doorbell camera footage, we would urge you to get in touch with us."

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