An investigation has commenced following a public place shooting at Wallsend overnight.
\nJust before 2am (Tuesday 2 February 2021), officers from Newcastle City Police District were called to a home on Platt Street, Wallsend, after a shot was fired through the front window.
\nPolice attended and established a crime scene, which will be examined by specialist forensic officers.
\nThree adults and three children were home at the time; however, no injuries have been reported.
\nAs part of ongoing inquiries, police are urging anyone who may have information about the incident to contact police at Newcastle Police Station.
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