16/11/2018

Garda Appeal For Information Following Fatal Shooting In Co Kildare

Gardaí have issued an appeal for information following a fatal shooting in Leixlip, Co Kildare on 15 November 2018.

Gardaí and emergency services were called to the scene of an incident outside a house at Glen Easton Way following a report of a shooting at about 9.15pm.

A man in his 40s was treated at the scene for serious injuries but was later pronounced dead.

The scene remains sealed off pending the arrival of Garda Crime Scene Examiners and the office of the State Pathologist has been notified.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who was in the Glen Easton Estate this evening between 8.30pm and 9.30pm to contact them at Leixlip Garda Station on 01 666 7800.

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