Well known criminal shot dead in lucan

A man has been shot dead tonight in Lucan in an apparent gangland attack.

Gardai in Lucan are investigating the discovery of the body a male in his 30’s at Griffeen Valley Park, Lucan this evening after 8pm with gunshot injuries.

The scene is currently preserved for a technical examination.

Dublin Fire Brigade are also at the scene.

Crews from Tallaght are IA at a reported shooting in the Lucan area

— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) December 2, 2016

Gardai are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed anything in around the Grifeen Valley Park area this evening to contact Lucan Garda Station on 01- 6667300, The Garda Confidential Telephone line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.