Gardaí say the shooting occurred at Drumalee Park off the North Circular Road at approximately 5.25pm.
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According to reports this evening up to six shots have been fired in a shooting incident in Dublin, a auto is also reported to be on fire near the scene.
The shooter fled the scene in a red vehicle, which was driven by another man.
A auto which may have been used by the gunman was found burnt out in the area shortly afterwards.
A man has been arrested following a shooting incident in Dublin this evening. The scene has been sealed off for a forensic examination.
Earlier: Up to six shots have been fired in Dublin this evening, and a vehicle is reported to be on fire near the scene.
Two firearms were recovered near the scene by gardaí. He is being detained at Store Street Garda Station under Section 30 of the Offences against the State Act.
It is believed family members of the extended Hutch family are living in the area.
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Gardaí in the Bridewell are appealing for witnesses or anyone who was in the area to contact them in the Bridewell on 01 666 8000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
