Frenchman in critical condition after shooting

A FRENCHMAN was fighting for his life last night after he was shot in the head at his home in Bray, Co Wicklow.

Charles Sinapayen, 32, was seriously injured when a gunman fired into his apartment, which he shared with his partner. The attack left the man in a critical condition and is on a life support machine.

Detectives said the man was not known to them for anything of a serious nature. It is understood officers are investigating one line of inquiry involving a local criminal who had a personal issue with Mr Sinapayen.