Police are appealing for witnesses after a suspected gunshot damaged a house in Ederowen Park, Galliagh. The incident is believed to have happened at around 11pm on Sunday, 2 August 2026. No one was inside the property, and no injuries were reported.
Police have issued an appeal for information following a suspected gunshot in Derry that caused criminal damage to a house in the Galliagh area.
The incident is believed to have occurred at a property in Ederowen Park at around 11pm on Sunday, 2 August 2026.
No one was inside the property at the time. Police have confirmed that no injuries were reported.
Damage Discovered During Ongoing Police Investigation
The damage came to light on Tuesday, 4 August, while officers were carrying out enquiries connected to an ongoing investigation.
Detectives are now working to establish exactly what happened and determine a possible motive.
Police have not released further details about the nature of the ongoing investigation.
Police Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
Officers want to hear from anyone who was in the Ederowen Park or wider Galliagh area at around 11pm on Sunday.
Police are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who:
- Saw suspicious people or vehicles
- Heard a loud bang or suspected gunfire
- Witnessed unusual activity near the property
- Has CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage
- Has information about those responsible
Anyone with information can use the official PSNI witness appeal form and should quote reference 1397 of 04/08/26.
Information can also be provided by calling police on 101.
The original police statement can be read on the PSNI website.
Can you help police?
Police want to hear from anyone who noticed suspicious activity or has footage from Ederowen Park at around 11pm on Sunday, 2 August 2026.
Reference: 1397 of 04/08/26Contact Crimestoppers Anonymously
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers.
Members of the public can call 0800 555 111 or report information through the Crimestoppers website.
Crimestoppers is independent of the police. People using the service do not have to provide their name or personal details.
Investigation Into Suspected Gunshot in Derry Continues
The investigation into the suspected gunshot in Derry remains ongoing.
Anyone with relevant information should contact police as soon as possible. Even a small detail, recording or observation could assist detectives.
Further updates will be published when confirmed by the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
Call to Action
Were you in the Ederowen Park or Galliagh area at around 11pm on Sunday, 2 August?
Use the PSNI witness appeal form, call police on 101, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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