Update – Fatal shooting incident in Drimnagh, 3 men arrested

Gardaí say they are continuing to investigate all the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of yesterday morning on Knocknarea Road, Drimnagh.

The post mortem of the male deceased will be carried out today by State Pathologist Heidi Okkers.

A Garda spokesperson said:

“The three males arrested as part of this investigation remain detained at Garda Stations in the Dublin Region under Section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act, 1939.

“During the course of this investigation Gardaí have recovered a firearm.

“This firearm will be subject to forensic examination.

“All scenes held have now been lifted following the completion of technical examinations.

“All roads have been reopened.

“A number of cars seized have been taken to a secure Garda storage facility for forensic examination.

“Gardaí are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.

“Any information received will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.”

Anyone with any information that can assist Gardaí with their investigation is asked to contact Sundrive Road Garda Station on 01 666 6600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.