Police were called about 3.25am on Saturday 5 March to a Murphy Road, Taradale address following a report of an aggravated burglary.
One person was seriously injured during the incident and remains in hospital in a stable condition. Another person was treated for injuries and is recovering at home.
The property and a vehicle parked there sustained extensive damage, and a dog at the address was struck but not seriously harmed.
A scene examination was carried out yesterday.
Initial enquiries lead Police to believe this was a targeted incident, and we do not believe there is any risk to the wider public.
Enquiries to locate the individuals involved are ongoing and Police are following lines of enquiry.
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