Man in serious condition in hospital following shooting incident in Co. Kildare

A man in his early 20's is being treated in Naas General Hospital after being shot at multiple times in Athy.

The incident occurred in broad daylight just after 5pm this evening, in the Greenhills area of the Kildare town.

The man was rushed by ambulance to hospital where he is said to be in a serious condition this evening.

Gardaí have sealed off the scene pending a technical examination, while an investigation has also been launched.