Gardaí are investigating the fatal shooting of a young man in Coolock

Gardaí in Coolock are investigating the death of a 23-year-old man.

The young man was shot on Motaview Avenue in the very early hours of this morning at around 2.20am.

His injuries were fatal, and his body remains at the scene for technical examination. 

The area has been sealed off for examination and the office of the State Pathologist has been notified

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to contact Coolock on 016664200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

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