17/12/2015

Man Arrested In Connection With Greystones Shooting

A 34-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident in Greystones on Saturday, 12 December.

Shots were fired during an incident involving a number of males at Farrankelly Road, Greystones at approximately 11.10am. Two shots struck the car of a passing motorist during the incident. The motorist and his passenger escaped injury. Those directly involved in the incident fled the scene on foot and by car before the arrival of Gardaí.

The suspect is currently being detained at Bray Garda station under the provisions of section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act 1939 as amended.

Garda also renewed their appeal for anyone who was in the Farrankelly area of Greystones between 10.00am and 12 midday on 12/12/15 and may have seen an 08 Audi A4 saloon or white/off white Transit Van to contact them on 01-6665300, the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

(MH/LM)

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