Shooting in Ireland: man killed, child injured at Carlow shopping center
A man has died and a child is injured following a shooting incident at a shopping centre in Ireland.
The shooting took place at a shopping centre in Co Carlow.
The incident happened at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre in Carlow town around 6.15pm.
The man who died in the shooting reportedly suffered self-inflicted injuries.
The girl received treatment from paramedics at the scene but did not require hospital care, police said.
Ireland’s minister for justice, Jim O’Callaghan, said his "thoughts are with everyone affected".
He added: "This is something we never want or expect to happen in our communities.
"Gun violence is very rare in Ireland, and I am determined that will remain the case."
Taoiseach Micheal Martin said he was "shocked and saddened" by the shooting.
He added: "My thoughts are with the families affected and the local community in Carlow after what was a very serious and traumatic incident.
"I urge anyone who has information to speak to the Gardai."
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