27/10/2014

Man Dies In Dublin Shooting

A man has died following a shooting in Dublin.

It is understood the incident occurred in the Empress Place area in the north of the city just before midnight.

The victim was shot in the upper body.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Gardaí have said the area remains closed this morning to allow a forensic team to carry out investigations. The State Pathologist has also been informed.

Police have appealed to anyone with information about the attack to contact them.

(JP/MH)

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