Four children escape injury in shooting

The PSNI confirmed the gun attack had taken place at the house in Racecourse Drive at around 9.40pm.

Four young children and a man were in the property at the time, although no-one was injured in the shooting.

SDLP Councillor Brian Tierney was amongst those who condemned the attack.

“This was a reckless attack that could have ended in tragedy,” he said.

“It’s through luck rather than design that we aren’t dealing with horrifying scenes this morning.”

He continued: “Those responsible have nothing to offer this community. They are the remnants of a time and a place we have long left behind. They should get off the back of this community.”

Sinn Féin MLA Raymond McCartney also condemned the gun attack.

Mr. McCartney said: “Thankfully no one was injured in this incident but it must have been a frightening experience for those in the vicinity.”

The Foyle MLA added: “There is no place for guns on our streets.”