The body of a man with gunshot wounds was found beside a burning car in Co Dublin last night.
Gardai are investigating after the body was discovered at Rowans Little, Walshestown near Junction 5 on the M1 at around 11.20pm last night.
It is understood that the man, who was found beside the car, was shot once in the head and once in the chest.
A garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a car on fire at the above location and discovered a male (age unknown) with apparent gunshot wounds beside the car.
"The body of the man remains at the scene and the area is currently preserved pending an examination by Garda Crime Scene Examiners. Diversions are in place.
"Investigating Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information or anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact the incident room at Balbriggan Garda Station on 01- 802 0510, the Garda Confidential Line 1 800 666 111 or any Garda Station."
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