26/03/2015

Man Killed In Dublin Shooting

A garda investigation has been launched following a fatal shooting in Dublin on Thursday morning.

It is understood a man was found suffering a gunshot wound at about 11am near the Cat and Cage pub on Church Avenue, Drumcondra. The man is believed to have been pronounced dead shortly after arriving at hospital.

Garda said they are still establishing the circumstances around the shooting and have appealed for any witnesses to contact them.

(MH/CD)

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