Man arrested in shooting incident Clondalkin

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a shooting incident in Clondalkin on Tuesday, October 13.

The alarm was raised at approximately 9.20pm when a number of shots were fired at a house on Greensfort Crescent. Damaged was caused to the windows and exterior of the house. It’s understood those involved fled the scene on foot. None of the occupants of the house were injured.

In a follow up operation a man in his 20s was arrested near the scene by members of the Armed Support Unit (ASU) a short time later. He is currently detained under Section 30 of the Offences against the State Act, 1939 at Ronanstown Garda Station.

The scene has been preserved for forensic and technical examination.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact the incident room at Ronanstown Garda Station 01-6667700 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

Investigations are ongoing and updates will follow. No further information is available at this time.