POLICE at Mt Druitt were shaken after a projectile penetrated through a front window of the police station last night.

Three police working behind the front counter of the station on Luxford Road about 9.35pm heard the sound of a ricochet.



It was initially thought that a shot had been fired through the window and penetrated a wall inside the foyer.



On further investigation, they found a small hole in a side glass panel adjacent to the front sliding doors.



No members of the public were in the reception area at the time.



The area was sealed-off and a sweep of the surrounds was conducted by general duties police and officers from Public Order and Riot Squad.



Police examined the area and found a small marble outside which is believed to have caused the damage.



Investigations are continuing and police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to contact them via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.



Originally published as Projectile hits Mt Druitt police station