Gardaí remain at the scene of an incident at Deerpark Manor, Tallaght and the situation remains contained.
At about 2.30am this morning a man in his 40’s and believed to be armed, barricaded himself into his house and a number of shots were fired from the premises. The man is alone in the house and no injuries have been reported.
A cordon is in place and Specialist Garda Negotiators are at scene. Communication is ongoing between negotiators and the man.
Garda Press Office
As a result of a call Gardaí attended the scene of an incident at Deerpark Manor, Tallaght at approximately 2.30am, Sunday 20th December 2015.
A lone man, aged in his 40’s and believed to be armed, barricaded himself into his house and a number of shots were fired from the premises. No injuries have been reported.
A safety cordon has been put in place and a Specialist Garda Negotiator is at scene. Investigating Gardaí are being supported by Garda National Units.
The incident is ongoing.
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