Witness appeal issued after Dublin 8 shooting incident

GARDAI are appealing for witnesses to a shooting incident in the Dublin 8 area, with a vehicle found partially burnt out in Clondalkin being technically examined.

According to gardai, a shooting incident took place at around 11.50pm on Tuesday, April 19, at a residence in the Pimlico Cottages area of Dublin 8.

In a statement released, a Garda spokesperson said: “A man in his thirties was injured and taken to St James’s Hospital where his condition is currently described as stable.

“A vehicle was discovered partially burnt out at Old Church Way, Clondalkin, Dublin 22, at approximately 12.15am on Wednesday, 20th April, 2022.

“This vehicle is currently being technically examined.

“The scene at Pimlico Cottages is also currently preserved for technical examination.”

An Incident Room has been established at Kevin Street Garda Station and according to gardai, no arrests have been made at this time.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward.

Any road users who were travelling in the Pimlico Cottages/Ardee Street area between 11.30pm and midnight who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this footage available to investigating gardai.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Kevin Street Garda Station on 01 666 9400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.