A murder investigation is underway after a man was shot dead in Dublin.
The 21-year-old victim, was gunned down at Harelawn Green at around twenty past 12.
Gardai say the victim had been shot several times in the head and body.
He was rushed to Tallaght Hospital where he lost his fight for life a short time later.
Gardai believe a burnt out car, which was found in nearby Collinstown Crescent was used in the shooting.
Superintendent David Taylor has this description of the car:
Detectives say the victim was local and was known to Gardai but are awaiting the results of a post mortem before an official identification will be made
Several witnesses have already come forward with some saying they saw three men getting out of the Vauxhall Vectra before it was found burnt out.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Ronanstown Garda Station or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666111.
