Fatal Blanchardstown shooting prompts murder investigation

A murder investigation is expected to be launched today following a fatal shooting in West Dublin.

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with yesterday's fatal shooting in West Dublin.

The man in his 30s was shot dead at a youth centre in Blanchardstown at around 6pm yesterday evening.

It is believed he was shot up to eight times, while a second man reportedly received gunshot wounds to his arm and is being treated at Connolly Hospital.

A man was arrested in Meath earlier this morning and is being detained at Blanchardstown Garda station.

It is believed the shooting is a case of mistaken identity.

The scene has been persevered for a technical examination, and the State Pathologist has been notified.

Gardaí in Blanchardstown are appealing to anyone with information to come forward.