Investigations are continuing following a shooting incident in Chermside overnight, August 1.

Police and emergency services were called around 11.45pm to a Mylne Street address after residents in the area reported hearing gunshots.

One person was inside the property at the time of the incident but was not physically injured.

No evidence of damage to the property has been identified.

Spent ammunition casings were located nearby, however, patrols of the area failed to locate any further information.

There is no ongoing threat to public safety and investigations remain ongoing.

Any witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam vision of the area is urged to contact police.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Operation Whiskey Firestorm is a high-impact statewide initiative designed to tackle the critical issues of firearm safety and illicit firearms.

The operation is sending a clear message about the importance of proper firearm storage and the role licenced firearm owners play in ensuring community safety. Operation Whiskey Firestorm is also focusing on a coordinated statewide response to the investigation, prevention and disruption activities involving illicit firearms offences and violent firearm related offending.

This operation comes in response to 2024 statistics which saw 1,055 firearm licenses revoked, and over 3,290 offences involving firearms, including serious offences such as attempted murder, assault, robbery and unlawful entry.

The QPS will be conducting extensive audits, coordinating regional operations, and working with licensed firearm owners to ensure they meet safety and ownership rules and regulations.

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