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28/08/2019
Man Shot Dead In Co Louth
A man in his 30's has been shot dead at a caravan park in County Louth.
The victim was shot a number of times at around 2.50pm on Tuesday afternoon, 27 August, at a park on the Clogherhead to Termonfeckin Road.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
It is believed the shots were fired from a passing car. The scene has been preserved for forensic examination.
Anyone with information or who witnessed anything suspicious is urged to contact Gardaí in Drogheda on 041 987 48200 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
(JG/MH)
The victim was shot a number of times at around 2.50pm on Tuesday afternoon, 27 August, at a park on the Clogherhead to Termonfeckin Road.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
It is believed the shots were fired from a passing car. The scene has been preserved for forensic examination.
Anyone with information or who witnessed anything suspicious is urged to contact Gardaí in Drogheda on 041 987 48200 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.
(JG/MH)
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