Woman shot at with air rifle

POLICE are appealing for information after a woman was shot at with an air rifle.

The incident happened in Queen Street, Barnard Castle, at about 7.35pm on Wednesday, August 2.

A police spokesperson said the shot was fired from a black Peugeot car.

They added: “Thankfully, she did not suffer any injuries but was understandably shaken by the incident. The occupants of the car, which is believed to be a 58 plate Peugeot, were described as Asian. They did not stop at the scene.”

Anyone with information that could help the investigation is asked to contact PC Mark English on 101, extension number 209399 or via email at mark.english@durham.police.uk