Gardai investigating Meath pub shooting

A man (28) was shot and injured in a pub near Duleek, Co Meath, last night.

A man (28) was shot and injured in a pub near Duleek, Co Meath, last night.

A number of shots were fired at around 10.55pm. The gunman then made his getaway in an SUV-type car that was driven by an accomplice. A loaded gun was recovered from the scene.

The injured man was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. The scene is being technically examined this morning.

Gardaí from Navan are investigating, and anybody with information should contact them at 046-9079930 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666111.

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