Drive-by shooting at house in Melbourne's western suburbs
Police say offenders fired multiple shots at a house and car in Caroline Springs before fleeing the scene overnight.
A drive-by shooting occurred overnight in Caroline Springs, Melbourne's western suburbs, targeting a house and car. Police reported that offenders discharged multiple shots at the residence before fleeing the scene in a silver Toyota Corolla. Four individuals were present inside the house during the incident, but they sustained no injuries.
The incident, which took place around 12:45 AM, was reported to Victoria Police, who are currently investigating the event. The offenders abandoned the silver Toyota Corolla, which was later discovered burnt out in Deer Park. Crime scene investigators have been deployed, and the investigation is ongoing. Neighbors reported hearing two separate rounds of gunfire late at night, stating that the vehicle's occupants had fired shots at the house before speeding away.
The vehicle was observed parked at the scene shortly after the shooting. Neighbors noted that this was not the first time the house had been targeted with gunfire. Police have urged anyone possessing information or video footage of the shooting to report it to CrimeStoppers at 1800 333 000.
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