Foley remains in critical condition

Dublin criminal Martin Foley remains in a critical condition in hospital today after he was shot repeatedly on Saturday afternoon…

Dublin criminal Martin Foley remains in a critical condition in hospital today after he was shot repeatedly on Saturday afternoon.

Foley is understood to have been hit a number of times
Foley is understood to have been hit a number of times

Foley (55), known as "the Viper" is reported to have been hit by up to six bullets from the ten fired by the gunman as he was driving out of the Carlisle gym on Kimmage Road Lower just after 3pm.

Foley underwent surgery in St James's Hospital to remove at least one bullet.

It is understood he was hit a number of times in the upper and lower body.

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Gardaí are examining a white Ford van believed to have been used by the gunman.

It is understood Foley spotted the gunman as he approached and tried to escape in his car before crashing after a short distance. He then tried to escape on foot.

Foley has survived at least four previous attempts on his life.

Gardaí at Crumlin Garda Station are asking anyone with information to contact them at (01) 6666200.