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Merrylands Home Sprayed With Bullets Overnight, Police Launch Investigation

Detectives are appealing for information on a second recent shooting in Merrylands.

Overview

  • Police were called about 1.40am to a Harris Street property in Merrylands after reports the house was hit by multiple gunshots.
  • Two women, aged 49 and 22, and a 15-year-old boy were inside at the time, and no injuries were reported.
  • At least three bullet holes were visible on the side of the home, authorities said.
  • A crime scene has been established and inquiries are under way, with anyone with information urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
  • Police note this is the suburb’s second recent shooting after a June incident on Earl Street, with no suggestion the two cases are linked.