POLICE are investigating following an incident in Aveley where a house was shot at.

It was reported a firearm was fired at an address in St Paul's Close at around 11.40pm yesterday (Tuesday 1 December).

No-one inside was hurt but damage was caused to a window.

Detectives have been carrying out house-to-house enquiries in the area and, at this stage, say they believe it was a targeted incident with no risk to the wider public.

A spokesperson said: "Officers remain in the area carrying out their enquiries and if you live in the area you might see a greater police presence than usual.

"If you saw anything, have any CCTV, dash cam, or Ring doorbell footage we need you to contact us on 101 quoting the incident number 1208 of 1 December.

"Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.