Shooting inquiry under way in Ballinasloe estate
Gardaí are investigating after a firearm was discharged in Curragh Park, Ballinasloe, leaving a teenage boy injured. Authorities have made arrests and are seeking witnesses with information or footage from the early hours of 5th November.
Gardaí response and investigation
An Incident Room has been established at Ballinasloe Garda Station, with a Senior Investigating Officer appointed to oversee the case. Investigating Gardaí conducted multiple property searches in Ballinasloe and Athlone on the day of the incident, seizing a vehicle and several electronic devices as part of their enquiries.
Two males were arrested in Athlone: a late-teenager who remains detained under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007, and a man in his twenties apprehended due to outstanding bench warrants.
Appeal for witnesses
Gardaí are urgently appealing for anyone who witnessed the shooting or was in the Curragh Park area between midnight and 3:00am on 5th November to come forward. They particularly seek dash-cam, CCTV, or other footage that may assist the investigation.
Those with information are encouraged to contact Ballinasloe Garda Station on 090 063 1890, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.