A Garda Ombudsman investigation is underway after a man was shot in an incident involving an off-duty Garda last night.
It happened at around 2am this morning on Portobello Road in Dublin.
Locals reported hearing shouting and a noise that sounded like a gunshot.
It is believed the off-duty Garda approached a group of men and told them to put their hands above their heads.
This afternoon, GSOC confirmed that an "official Garda firearm was discharged" during the incident.
One man was injured, and is being treated for injuries that are not life threatening.
Kim Buckley is at the scene and spoke to some locals.
The scene in Portobello where a man was shot by an off duty Garda last night. GSOC investigating. @TodayFMNews pic.twitter.com/qZt0KWKDIJ
— Kim Buckley (@KiiimBuckley) August 23, 2017
The case has now been referred to the Garda Ombudsman - which is standard procedure when an officer is involved in an incident where someone is seriously injured.
An examination is being carried out at the scene by GSOC investigators.
Any witnesses can contact GSOC on 1890-600-800.
