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Man (30s) in serious condition after being shot twice in the back in Limerick

A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the incident.

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A man is in serious condition in hospital tonight after he was shot twice in the back in Limerick.

The man in his 30s was rushed by ambulance to University Hospital Limerick where his condition has been described as serious.

He received gunshot wounds to the back and upper shoulder.

After gardai arrived at the scene, it was sealed off and a male in his 40s was arrested.

A number of searches were also being carried out in an effort to locate the firearm used.

In a statement, gardai confirmed: “Gardaí in Roxboro Road are investigating following a firearms incident in the Ballincurra Weston area of Limerick City this afternoon, Saturday, 13th January 2024.

“A man, aged in his 30s, was seriously injured during the course of this incident and has been taken to University Hospital Limerick.

“A man, aged in his 40s, has been arrested and detained under Section 30 Offences Against the State Act, 1939 at a Garda station in the Limerick City.

“A scene is currently held and a technical examination is ongoing.

“Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward.

“Any persons who were in the Hyde Avenue, Crecora Avenue and Ballinacurra Weston areas of Limerick City between the hours of 4:00pm. and 4:45pm this afternoon and who may have camera footage (including dash cam) is asked to make this available to Investigating Gardaí.”