Gardai in Newcastle West are investigating a shooting incident that occurred outside a house in the Castleview Estate, Newcastle West this afternoon at approximately 3.30pm.
A male and a female in their early 30's were injured when a lone gunman approached them and discharged a firearm. The gunman then fled the scene in a car which is believed to have been driven by a second male.
The male and female were both taken to Hospital with what are described as non life threatening injuries. The male was airlifted to Cork University Hospital and the female taken to University Hospital Limerick. The scene has been preserved for a technical examination and the investigation is ongoing.
Gardai wish to appeal for witnesses to contact Newcastle West Garda station on 069 20650, The Garda Confidential Telephone Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
