Gardaí probe gunshot and car fire at Athenry home

No injuries reported

Gardaí have launched an investigation following the discharge of a firearm and the burning of cars at home in Athenry at the weekend.

They are appealing for witnesses following an incident of criminal damage by fire to two cars and discharge of a firearm that occurred at a domestic residence in Cullairbaun estate, Athenry, on Sunday, May 10 at approximately 12:25 am.

No injuries have been reported as a result of the incident.

A technical examination of the scene has been conducted.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information in relation to this incident to come forward.

Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling in the area of Cullairbaun and its surrounds at the given time are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the investigation team in Oranmore Garda Station on 091 288030, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

Gardaí say that investigations are ongoing.