16/09/2010

Man Arrested Over Dublin Bluebell Shooting

A man has been arrested in Dublin in connection with the shooting of a man on Bluebell Avenue around midnight last night.

Gardai at Kevin St and Kilmainham said they are investigating the shooting, which occurred outside a premise on Bluebell Avenue, Kilmaimham, Dublin.

A 30-year-old male was injured after the discharge of a firearm. He was removed to St James Hospital, where he was later released. A Gardaí spokesman said the man had received "superficial injuries only".

During a follow up operation involving Gardai from Kevin Street and Kilmainham a 30-year-old male was arrested and a firearm recovered. The man is currently detained at Kevin Street Garda Station under Section 30 Offences Against the State Act 1939 as amended.

Gardai are appealing for anyone with information regarding the incident to contact Kevin Street at 01 6669400 or to contact the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111.

(DW)

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