Probe under way after man fatally shot by gardaí

The Garda Ombudsman and GSoc have launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of a man by gardaí on Wednesday.

The fatal shooting by gardaí of a 27-year-old man who threatened officers and brandished a knife has been described as a “complete tragedy” for the deceased, his family and the garda.

The man, named as George Nkencho, is described as having suffered from significant personal issues and is understood to have lived with his parents.