Gardai are investigating a shooting in Dublin.

A man in his 20's was injured during the incident.

At about 11 o'clock last night - the victim - who was a man in his late 20s was shot at Russell Terrace, Kettles Lane in Kinsealy on Dublin's Northside.

He was taken by Ambulance to Beaumont Hospital. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

The scene of the shooting is being preserved by officers this morning - ahead of a full forensic and technical examination which is expected to be carried out this morning.

Gardai are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Coolock Garda Station.