Police are investigating after a petrol bomb was hurled at the home of a young couple in the middle of the night.
The incident occurred in Edith Road, Wallasey , shortly after midnight on Saturday August 10.
Fortunately for the couple the attack did not result in a fire, but witnesses described finding a broken bottle and a petrol-soaked rag at the scene.
Merseyside Police said the bottle did not ignite and nobody was injured, although minor damage was caused to a window.
One witness said a man dressed in black was spotted outside the house before she heard a "bang."
When the woman went out she smelled petrol, she said.
Police say CCTV enquiries and witness enquiries are ongoing.
Detective Inspector Laura Lamping said: "Thankfully there was no serious damage or any injuries caused, but the consequences of this incident could have easily been catastrophic for any occupants and those at neighbouring properties.
"We believe that the incident was targeted but are keeping an open mind at this stage to the motive.
"Our CCTV and witness enquiries are ongoing so if you have heard any information or saw anyone acting suspiciously around midnight or just before, come forward and we will take action. Check any home CCTV too as this may provide significant information.
"We are determined to find those responsible for putting our communities at risk and bring them to justice."
Anyone with information can contact us @MerPolCC, call 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 with reference 19100442812.
