Man shot dead in Dublin

A murder inquiry has been launched after a man was shot dead in Dublin this evening.

The 32-year-old victim was gunned down on Sherrif Street in the north inner city, shortly before 5pm.

The killing is being linked to an ongoing fued in the area.

The scene remains sealed off and a postmortem is due to take place on Wednesday.

Gardaí are also carrying out door to door enquiries and appealing for information.

It is understood the man was a convicted criminal and had been told his life was under threat.