10/02/2020

Masked Men Fire Shots At House In Coleraine

Police say it is fortunate no one was injured after masked men fired shots at a house in Coleraine.

The pair targeted a house in the Loughanhill Park area of the town at around 11.30pm on Sunday 09 February.

It's understood a number of shots were fired.

Inspector Martin Mullan said: "We are extremely lucky that no-one was injured as a result of this incident which occurred in a residential area. Whoever carried out this reckless act showed a total disregard for both those inside the property and local residents."

Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist the investigation to contact officers in Coleraine on 101 quoting reference 1782 of 09/02/20 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.



(JG)

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