06/06/2016

Pair Arrested In Connection With Fatal Shooting In Dublin

A man and woman have been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Dublin.

The pair, both aged in their 20s, are being detained at Tallaght and Rathfarnham Garda Stations.

The victim was discovered with fatal gunshot wounds on the road of a laneway off the N81 at Crooksling, according to gardai.

It is believed he was killed sometime between 9pm on Saturday night, 04 June, and 9am on Sunday morning, 06 June.

The man, aged in his 30s, has been identified, however details have not been released.

Gardai are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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