29/07/2013

Appeal For Information After Man Is Shot In Housing Estate

Gardaí are appealing for information after a 27-year-old man was shot in a Dublin housing estate on Saturday night.

The victim has been named as Robert Donoghue. He was shot at least once in the shoulder at around 23:00 on Saturday in Kinsealy, Co Dublin, according to gardaí.

Gardaí say the incident happened at Russell's Terrace, off Kettles Lane and are appealing for anyone who was in the area to contact them.

A technical examination of the scene took place on Sunday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Coolock garda station on 01 6664200 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

(MH/CD)

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