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Shot fired at police in west Belfast (UTV)

Police are investigating after a shot was fired at a PSNI vehicle in west Belfast.

It happened in the Glen Road area at around 4am last Friday.

Minor damage was caused to the vehicle.

Police said they are only now in a position to release the details of the incident as they have been following a number of lines of inquiry to establish the exact details.

Chief Superintendent George Clarke described the attack as “potentially murderous”.

He said: “It is completely unacceptable that officers who were carrying out their professional duty on behalf of the community should be subjected to a potentially murderous attack.

“This was a reckless and cowardly attempt to kill a Police Officer which also put the lives of the local community in danger and it is fortunate no-one was injured or worse.

“These people who carried out such a senseless attack show a total disregard for the safety of those living in this area.

“They will not prevent us from delivering a protective service and we will put in place any measures necessary to take a robust stance against those who are determined to disrupt and attack their own community.”

Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area at the time of the shooting, or who has any further information, has been asked to contact police on 0845 600 8000.