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Gun fired in Heather village, police seek witnesses
9 Oct
Summary
- Police investigated a firearm discharge report in Heather village.
- Damage to a house window and car consistent with gunfire.
- Witnesses from a nearby football match are urged to come forward.
Leicestershire Police are seeking information after a firearm was reportedly discharged in the village of Heather. The incident occurred shortly after 22:00 BST on Wednesday, when officers were called to Ravenstone Road following reports of damage to a house window and a car. Upon arrival, police determined that the damage was consistent with a firearms discharge.
No individuals sustained injuries during the incident, and no arrests have been made as of the report. Detective Inspector Lou Rooke highlighted the presence of a non-league football match nearby on the evening of the incident. Police believe attendees leaving the match may have witnessed suspicious activity or seen individuals in vehicles. They are urging anyone who was present, particularly those traveling along Ravenstone Road, to come forward, especially if they captured dashcam or mobile phone footage.
