Gardaí have launched an investigation after shots were fired at an occupied residential property in Longford town late on Thursday night.
In a press release issued on Saturday, Gardaí stated that a number of bullets shattered the window of a home in the Grian Ard area.
The incident occurred shortly after 11:20pm on the 5th of November while several people were inside the building.
A Garda spokesperson outlined the details of the event.
“Shortly after 11:20pm, Gardaí responded to reports of a shooting incident in the Grian Ard area of Longford,” the spokesperson said.
“A number of shots were fired at a residential property, resulting in damage to a window.”
Authorities confirmed that those inside the property escaped unharmed, and that the area has been evaluated by investigators.
“Several people were in the residence at the time, but no injuries were reported,” the spokesperson continued.
“The scene has since been examined and investigations are ongoing.”
Gardaí are now asking the public for assistance, particularly those in the area between 11:00pm on the 5th of November and 12:00am on the 6th of November, and have requested that anyone with relevant media make it available to the investigation team.
“Investigating Gardai are appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of the Ardnacassa / Ballinalee Road… to come forward,” they added.
“They are also seeking any video or dashcam footage from the area during that period.”
The Garda Confidential Line allows members of the public to provide information regarding criminal activity anonymously.
Information regarding this incident can be provided directly to Longford Garda Station on (043) 3350570, the confidential line on 1800 666 111, or to any local station across the country.