Gardai investigating the fatal shooting at Kilmartin Drive in Tallaght will hold a press Briefing at 12.30pm today in Tallaght Garda Station.
Gardai investigating the fatal shooting at Kilmartin Drive in Tallaght will hold a press Briefing at 12.30pm today in Tallaght Garda Station.
Garda Press Office.
11: 25 hrs 20/01/09
Ref: 75/09
Garda are investigating a fatal shoot at Kilmartin Drive in Tallaght, Dublin 24, shortly before twelve mid-night on the 19th of January . Gardai on patrol in the area responding to what appeared to be gunshots discovered the body of a 20 year old man in a car in the driveway of a house. The man who had injuries to his upper body was pronounced dead at the scene.
On searching the house Gardai found two further men, both in their twenties, with what appeared to be gunshot wounds. These men were taken by ambulance to Tallaght Hospital where they are described as being in a serious condition.
The scene is preserved for technical examination and a major investigation is under way. Garda are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on 01 666 6000.
Garda Press Office
20th January 2009
