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Mark O'Brien

Man, 30s, seriously injured after shots fired in Coolock

A man is currently being treated for serious injuries after shots were fired in north Dublin last night.

Gardai raced to the scene in Coolock shortly after 9pm.

The man, who is in his 30s, was raced to Beaumont Hospital where he remains this afternoon.

A garda spokesman said investigation into the incident is ongoing.

He said: "Gardaí are investigating the discharge of a firearm that occurred yesterday evening, 11th August 2021 in the Coolock area of Dublin.

"The incident is believed to have occurred shortly after 9pm.

"A man, aged in his 30s, was later taken to Beaumont Hospital where he is currently receiving treatment for serious injuries.

"A technical examination was carried out at the scene earlier this morning, 12th August 2021. No arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.

"Gardaí are appealing to any persons who may have information and who were in the Belcamp area between 9pm and 10pm to contact Coolock Garda Station on 01 666 4200, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station."

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