Hunter Valley police are investigating after a public shooting overnight at Neath, near Cessnock.
After hearing a loud bang on Cessnock Road at about 7:30 Sunday night, a 23-year-old man walked outside to discover the windows of a nearby Holden Commodore had been smashed.
Upon closer inspection, the man noticed more damage believed to be bullet holes and marks.
Officers established a crime scene and seized several items.
Following initial inquiries, police believe it was a targeted incident.
Police are urging anyone with information or who may have dashcam from the area at the time of the incident to contact Cessnock Police Station on 4991 0199 or to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
