Investigation underway after house shot at in Dalkeith

Police are searching for a black saloon-type vehicle after a house in Woodburn Road, Dalkeith was shot at during what officers believe to be a targeted attack around midnight on Saturday night.

Nobody was injured and there was no apparent damage to the house

Chief inspector Kenny Simpson said: “We’re currently treating this as a targeted incident and I want to thank the local community for their patience as enquiries are conducted.

“I want to reassure residents that there will be an increase in patrols in the area over the coming days and anyone with concerns is welcome to speak to local officers.

“As part of our enquiries we’re urging anyone who may have seen suspicious behaviour in the area around midnight, or has any information about this, to get in touch.