A CATAPULT was used to fire at a house in Herefordshire, with police now hunting for those responsible.

The criminal damage incident took place in Holme Lacy, just outside Hereford, on Sunday, November 17.

Police constable Daniel Bickers-Price said the damage was believed to have taken place between 8pm and 8.15pm on Sunday evening, with the targeted house located on the busy B4399 in Holme Lacy.

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“We believe the damage was caused by a ball-bearing being fired from a slingshot, which has smashed the glass of a front window," said the West Mercia Police officer.

PC Bickers-Price said he is keen to speak to anyone who may be able to help officers.

Anyone who may have information or who may have noticed any suspicious behaviour around the time of the incident is asked to email him on Daniel.bickers-price2@westmercia.police.uk.

You can also report any incidents to police on 101 or online via the West Mercia Police website.