Shots were fired at a house by two masked men from behind a fence in Dunmurry last night (Sunday) causing extensive damage.
A man who was in the house was uninjured.
Detectives are appealing for information following the incident at Old Colin Road.
Detective Sergeant Fairfield said police received a report, just before 10.25pm, that two men had fired a number of shots at a house.
“The shots were fired at, and through, the door and living room window, causing extensive damage to the property.
“Thankfully the male occupant, who was home at the time, was uninjured.
“It’s reported that the two suspects took aim from the front fence of the property. They were both dressed in dark clothing, with their faces covered and wearing baseball caps. The pair subsequently made off on foot in the direction of Poleglass,” he said.
“This was a contemptible and calculated attack, with the most serious potential consequences. Worryingly anyone, from the resident to potential passers-by, could have been killed.
“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed this incident, or who may have captured dash cam footage, to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 1921 of 15/08/21.”
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.
Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.