Teenager shot in Tipperary

A teenager is recovering in hospital today after he was shot in Templemore, Co Tipperary in the early hours of the morning.

A teenager is recovering in hospital today after he was shot in Templemore, Co Tipperary in the early hours of the morning.

The shooting occured shortly after 1am at Patrick Street.

The 18-year-old is being treated at South Tipperary General Hospital where his injuries are not said to be life threatening. He received a gunshot wound to the abdomen.

Gardaí arrested a 21-year-old man a short time later. He is being held under section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act at Templemore Garda station.

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The scene is currently sealed off pending a forensic examination.