POLICE were called to a residence in Clarkson on Sunday in relation to a call regarding a number of people attempting to force entry to the residence.
Police attended at about 10.40pm and established three people attended the residence and attempted to force their way in through the front door.
Damage was caused to both the front security door and the main front door.
During the incident the resident heard what he believed was a firearm being discharged.
An examination of the area found damage to the ceiling in the porch area.
Damage caused is consistent with a firearm being discharged.
Midland Detectives and forensic officers attended the scene to conduct a preliminary assessment of the scene.
Clarkson Detectives will continue their investigation
Anyone with information regarding this incident, or who saw three people acting suspiciously in the Petersen Close area around 10:30-11pm is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.