Police appeal after shot fired at house in north Belfast

Detectives are appealing for information after a shot was fired at a house in north Belfast, damaging a living-room window and the interior of the property.

The incident happened in Boyd Street shortly before 9.30pm on Tuesday 27 October 2026.

Police confirmed that nobody was injured.

Living room damaged in Boyd Street shooting

According to the Police Service of Northern Ireland, the shot caused damage to the window, walls and ceiling of the living room.

A man dressed entirely in black, with a hood covering his face, was seen running from the area towards Gardiner Place following the incident.

Detectives have not confirmed a motive or announced any arrests.

Detectives appeal for CCTV and doorbell footage

Detective Sergeant Stevenson said an investigation was underway and appealed for anyone who noticed suspicious activity in the Boyd Street area to contact police.

Officers are particularly interested in dashcam or doorbell footage that could assist their enquiries.

Anyone with information should contact detectives at Musgrave on 101, quoting reference 1781 of 27 October 2026.

Reports can also be made through the PSNI website or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Police enquiries are continuing.

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