Motorcyclist shot dead in Limerick gun attack

A man in his 30s has been shot dead during a gun attack in the Thomond Gate area of Limerick this morning.

Gardaí say the victim was travelling on a motorcycle when he was shot just after 10.30am, but no further details have been disclosed.

The scene of the shooting has been preserved for a technical examination and the State Pathologist has been called.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident to come forward with any information they may have.