18/12/2019

Man Seriously Injured In Clondalkin Shooting

An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in Clondalkin.

A man, aged in his 20s, is being treated at Blanchardstown Hospital for serious but non life threatening injuries following a shooting at Shancastle Pk, at approximately 8.45pm on Tuesday December 17.

Garda have said that the man was approached by a lone gunman and shot a number of times. It's understood the gunman fled from the scene on foot.

The injured man was initially treated at the scene by Ambulance personnel before he was taken by Ambulance to Connolly Hospital, Blanchardstown.

The scene is currently preserved for examination by local scenes of crime officers. No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Ronanstown Garda Station 01-6667700 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

(MH/CM)

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