A forensic examination will be carried out at the scene of a shooting incident in Cork city last night.

At around 11.30pm, a 20-year-old man was injured during the incident at Fairfield in Fairhill. 

He was taken by ambulance to Cork University Hospital. Gardai say his injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

The scene has been preserved to allow gardai examine the scene.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Gurranabraher Garda Station 021 4946200.