A man had his face “completely slashed” during a mass brawl involving around 50 people at a south west Dublin estate.

Gardaí have said last night's shooting in Dublin, which has left a child in a serious condition in hospital, is an isolated incident and they do not believe it is linked to organised crime.

Gardaí in Dublin are investigating a shooting incident which occurred at Croftwood housing estate in Ballyfermot shortly after 10pm this evening.