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Garda Commissioner O' Sullivan Statement / Sunday October 11th 2015

Speaking this evening Commissioner O'Sullivan said: "I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of my colleague in a fatal shooting incident this evening while carrying out their duties.

At this time my thoughts and prayers and those of the entire Garda service are with his family, friends and colleagues.

This incident highlights the unique nature of the job carried out by the men and women of An Garda Siochana, and the dangers they face every day.

Ar dheis láimh Dé go raibh a anam."