Paint bombs were hurled at a house in Fernagh Avenue in Whiteabbey, Newtowabbey in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 24 November) in what police are treating as a racially motivated hate crime.
One window was smashed at the property.
Two men and two women, all in their 20s, and a young boy were inside but no injuries were reported.
Police in Newtownabbey are appealing for information following the report of criminal damage.
Inspector Patton said just after midnight, it was reported that a number of paint bombs were thrown at the front of a house in the area, with one smashing the front window.
“Enquiries are continuing and at this stage the incident is being treated as a racially motivated hate crime.
“We would appeal to anyone with any information to contact police in Newtownabbey on 101, quoting reference number 32 24/11/19. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime,” added Inspector Patton.