Girl (16) injured in Limerick city shooting

Gardaí in Limerick are investigating a shooting in Limerick city that injured a girl (16).

Gardaí in Limerick are investigating a shooting in Limerick city that injured a girl (16).

The shooting took place outside a house on Crecora Avenue, Ballinacurra, at 5.45am; it is understood the girl was shot once.

The victim is being treated at Limerick Regional Hospital, and her condition is described as not life-threatening.

There were no arrests.

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