24/01/2008

Teen Freed In Limerick Shootings Case

A 14-year-old boy arrested in connection with a number of shooting incidents in Limerick has reportedly been released without charge.

It is understood that the youth was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday morning and taken to Mayorstone Garda Station, but he was released that night.

A file on the case is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.

(KMcA)


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