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Gardaí Probe Shooting at Ballymun Halting Site After Clash Between Two Groups

Early accounts differ on the victim’s age and wounds, with police saying injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Overview

  • Shots were fired around 12:35 p.m. at the St Margaret's Park travellers' halting site in Ballymun, Dublin 11.
  • An adult male was taken to hospital, and Gardaí said his injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
  • The Irish Independent reported an 18-year-old was shot in the head and back, contrasting with earlier reports of a back wound only.
  • A Garda cordon remains in place at the scene as enquiries continue.
  • Sources indicate other weapons, including slash hooks, were brandished during the confrontation between two groups of men.