Gunman sought after shots in Lower Hutt

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A gunman is being sought after residents reported hearing shots fired in a Lower Hutt suburb last night.

Witnesses reported seeing between three and six shots being fired by a person or persons in Waiwhetu around 11.50pm, a police spokesman said.

Detective Sergeant Mike Sears said police were called to an area near Cambridge Terrace and Hawkins Street just before midnight and found a number of spent cartridges.

Mr Sears said police were conducting a scene examination and were talking to residents.

"Police are interested in sightings of two vehicles around the same time last night. These include a white van and a white hatchback. These vehicles were seen leaving the Cambridge Terrace/Hawkins Street area at speed."

No reports of damage or injury have been received.

Anyone with information should contact Lower Hutt Police on 04) 560 2600 or phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

- NZPA and NZHERALD STAFF