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A gun was fired at a house in Ayrshire, with specialist officers deployed to investigate what is believed to be a targeted attack.
At around 8.17pm on Monday, October 12, emergency services attended a flat on Mosshead road after reports of a window being damaged.
There were no reports of any injuries, but detectives, working with specialist officers, have since established a firearm was discharged.
Detective Inspector Jamie Carruth of Police Scotland said: "Since this incident was reported, we have been carrying out extensive enquiries in and around the local area, including gathering and reviewing a large amount of CCTV footage.
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"Forensic work has also been carried out and officers will remain in the area as our investigation continues.
"We believe this was a targeted attack and are following a number of lines of enquiry.
"This was a completely reckless act and there could have been much more serious consequences.
"It is vital that we trace the person responsible as soon as possible.
"If you were in the area of Mosshead Road around the time of the incident, or have information that could assist our investigation, please contact us.
"We would also urge anyone with dash-cam or personal footage to review it and get in touch with officers.
“Additional policing patrols remain in the area while our enquiries continue.
“Anyone with information, or concerns, can approach these officers or call 101 quoting incident number 3266 of 12 October, 2026."