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26th Apr 2016

BREAKING – A man has been shot dead in Cork this evening

Ellen Tannam

There has been a fatal shooting in Cork this evening.

An investigation is underway into the incident on the southside of Cork City, according to the Irish Examiner.

Reports say a man in his 40s was killed in the Ballyphehane area of the city this afternoon, with law enforcement alerted at approximately 4.30pm.

A forensic examination is underway at the scene.

Early reports suggest the shooting may have been accidental.