Man hospitalised after being shot in the leg in Dublin

The shooting happened in Clondalkin on Sunday night

A man has been taken to Tallaght Hospital after he was shot in the leg at Melrose Avenue, Clondalkin on Sunday.

Investigating gardaí said the shooting happened about 9pm and the man’s injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Anyone with information or who witnessed the shooting should contact the Garda at Clondalkin Garda Station on 01 6667600, the Garda confidential Telephone line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

Tim O'Brien

Tim O'Brien

Tim O'Brien is an Irish Times journalist