Updated 11.15
A forensics team has arrived at the scene of a shooting in Dublin last night.
A father and son were attacked at a housing estate in Ballyfermot.
Emergency services were called to Clifden Drive after locals heard gunfire at around 10.20 pm.
Upon arrival, they found a father and son with gunshot wounds. The injured men were taken to St. James' Hospital.
Gardaí say they were both shot in the back but there injuries are not life-threatening and they are expected to pull through.
Shortly after the attack, a car was found burning at nearby Croftswood Crescent.
Detectives believe this was used as a getaway car and have taken it away for tests.
Back at the scene of the shooting, a forensics team is already combing the area for clues as gardaí try to establish a motive for the attack.
This local resident, who did not want to be named, says he left his house to investigate after hearing gunfire:
The men's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Suspected getaway car was set alight on Croftswood Crescent, leaving scorch marks on the road. Picture via @FrankGreaney on Twitter
Gardaí in Ballyfermot are appealing to anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity in Clifden Drive area of Ballyfermot between 10 pm and 10.30 pm to contact them.
