Gardaí have attended the scene of a fatal shooting in Ballyhaunis, in which a man in his 60s was killed.
A man aged in his 80s has been arrested in relation to a fatal shooting that took place in Aghamore, Ballyhaunis in Mayo on Tuesday night (17 September).
A man aged in his 60s was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident occurred at approximately 11.55pm on Tuesday.
At the time of writing on Wednesday morning, Gardaí are currently at the scene and have preserved the area for a technical examination.
The arrested man is currently being detained at Castlebar Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.
An incident room has been established at Claremorris Garda Station, and Gardaí have appealed for anyone with relevant information to contact them at the station on 094 937 2080.
Alternatively, people may contact the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
Investigations are ongoing.
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