Police are investigating after a drive-by shooting in a South Auckland suburb overnight. 

Authorities were called to a property on Phoenix Place, Papatoetoe about 11.30pm after reports of a serious incident. 

At least one window could be seen riddled with bullet holes. 

It is understood a vehicle drove up and down the street before shooting towards the house involved. 

At the scene in the early hours of this morning, armed police stood guard and a police cordon around the house was in place. 

It is not yet known whether those responsible have been caught. Police have been approached for more information. 

A window riddled with bullet holes at a house in Papatoetoe. Photo / Hayden Woodward 

A police spokesman confirmed this morning they are still working to establish the circumstances of the incident. No one was injured. 

Part of their investigation would include reviewing CCTV security footage in the area. 

Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area around the time to contact authorities immediately. 

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