Police are appealing for information and footage after yobs fired metal ball bearings at property and vehicles in Arnold and Calverton.
The incidents took place between March 13 and 20.
Criminal damage was also reported in Bestwood and Sherwood.
A number of car windows, home windows and bus stops are reported to have been smashed after metal ball bearings were fired at them.
Police arrested three men following a car stop in Daleside Road, Nottingham, around 9.10pm last Thursday (20).
During searches on Friday following the arrests, officers found a number of slingshots which are now believed to have been used in the incidents.
No serious injuries have been reported but neighbourhood policing teams have increased patrols.
The suspects, aged 18, 20 and 29, were initially arrested on suspicion of possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and criminal damage.
They have been bailed with strict conditions.
Detective Inspector James Oakton, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “A number of residents have had their cars and homes damaged during this series of incidents.
“Firing metal projectiles like this at properties and vehicles, whether using an air weapon or a slingshot, is very dangerous and people could easily have been struck or injured by broken glass.
“We also understand the cost and inconvenience of having your property damaged in this way.
“It remains important anyone with any information, or relevant CCTV, doorbell, dashcam or mobile phone footage, gets in touch without delay.”
Anyone who can assist should call police on 101, quoting incident number 152 of 20 March 2025, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
