A burnt-out car is being investigated after a man was injured in a shooting in Stirling.
Detectives believe the incident in the Whins of Milton area last Monday (February 19) was targeted.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have seen a silver or grey Kia Sportage which was spotted in the area around the time of the attack.
A car of the same description was found burnt out in Shotts shortly after 11pm that same day.
Police say Stirling ‘shooting’ was targeted attack
Officers received a report of a firearm being discharged at the door of a property on Randolph Crescent at around 8.10pm.
A 38-year-old man was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow as a result and was treated for a minor injury.
He was then discharged.
Detective Inspector John Currie of Stirling police office said: “Since this incident was reported, we have been carrying out extensive inquiries in and around the local area along with gathering and studying a large amount of CCTV footage.
“We believe this was a targeted attack and are following a number of lines of inquiry.
“We would appreciate any assistance the public can give us in identifying who is responsible for this reckless and dangerous act.
“If you were in the area of Randolph Crescent around 8pm on Monday, 19 February, or have information that could assist our investigation, please contact us.
Burnt-out car undergoing forensic examination
“A silver or grey Kia Sportage was seen in Randolph Crescent and Glasgow Road around the time of the shooting.
“We would urge anyone with information on this car or anyone with dash-cam or personal footage to review it and get in touch if you hold any detail on this.
“A Kia Sportage matching the description of the one seen in Randolph Crescent was found burnt out near the A71, Ayr Road, Shotts, around 11.10pm that same evening.
“It is currently undergoing forensic examination and again I’d ask if you have any information regarding this to please come forward.
“Additional policing patrols remain in the area to provide public reassurance while we investigate this crime.
“Anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem should contact 101 quoting incident number 3511 of February 19.
“Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”
