Police Scotland has launched a major investigation after a gun was fired at a home in Ayrshire in what officers believe was a targeted attack. The incident occurred at 8.17pm on Monday, October 12, when police received a report of a damaged window at a flat on Mosshead Road in Kilmarnock.
Police establish firearm was discharged
Following extensive enquiries and work with specialist officers, detectives have established that a firearm was discharged at the property. No injuries were reported, but police have condemned the incident as a "reckless act" and believe it was targeted.
Officers are following multiple lines of enquiry and have described tracing the culprit as "vital" as their manhunt continues. A large amount of CCTV footage has been reviewed as part of the investigation, and forensic work has also been carried out.
Detective urges public to come forward
Detective Inspector Jamie Carruth said: "Since this incident was reported, we have been carrying out extensive enquiries in and around the local area, including gathering and reviewing a large amount of CCTV footage."
"Forensic work has also been carried out and officers will remain in the area as our investigation continues. We believe this was a targeted attack and are following a number of lines of enquiry."
"This was a completely reckless act and there could have been much more serious consequences. It is vital that we trace the person responsible as soon as possible."
Appeal for information and footage
Police have urged anyone who was in the area of Mosshead Road around the time of the incident, or who has information that could assist the investigation, to come forward. They have also asked anyone with dash-cam or personal footage to review it and get in touch with officers.
Additional policing patrols remain in the area while enquiries continue. Anyone with information or concerns can approach these officers or call 101 quoting incident number 3266 of 12 October, 2026. Crimestoppers can also be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.
