03/12/2015

Gardaí Appeal Following Dublin Shooting Incident

Gardaí have appealed for information following a shooting incident in Tallaght, Dublin.

The incident happened in the The Grove, Kingswood Heights, in the city.

A man is understood to have approached and fired a number of shots at a car outside a property at around 6.30pm on Wednesday, 02 December. One of the occupants of the car – a man in his 20s – sustained a gunshot wound.

The suspect fled the scene on foot.

The injured man was driven from the scene to Tallaght Hospital. He is receiving treatment, but his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

A technical and forensic examination is being carried out at the scene of the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Tallaght Garda Station on 01 666 6000 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

(JP/LM)

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