Gardaí in Limerick are investigating a shooting incident which occurred in Castleroy, Co. Limerick this morning (29th June 2015).
At approximately 6.50am a male (aged in his 50s) was approached by two armed and masked men as he parked his car in the grounds of the University of Limerick. He was shot a number of times as he fled on foot. The males left the scene in a car. The injured male was taken by Ambulance to University Hospital Limerick. His condition is understood to be critical.
The scene is preserved for a technical and forensic examination.
A car understood to be connected with the incident was located on fire a shot distance away.
Gardai in Henry St. are appealing for witnesses or anyone who may have any information to contact them on 061-212400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
No more information at this time.
Further updates will follow.
