07/12/2017

Gardaí Investigating Shooting Incident

Gardaí are investigating a shooting incident in Ballymun, Dublin.

The incident occurred this morning, 07 December, during a planned search of a house in Barnwell Drive.

Two people have been injured – a Garda and male civilian.

Both were treated at the scene by Gardaí and Dublin Fire Brigade and have since been taken to hospital for treatment. Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

GSOC have been notified of the incident.

No further information has been released, but investigations are ongoing.

(JP)

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