RCMP are investigating after more than half a dozen bullets were fired at a home in East Preston.

Police say it happened around 1:30 a.m., Thursday.

There were seven people inside, including three women, one man and three young people.

No one was hurt but a mattress was hit inside the home where someone was sleeping.

RCMP say they believe at this time the shooting was not random.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 902-490-5020. To remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips app.