Kfm Understands That A House Is Now Being Searched Following Shooting Incident In Carlow

Sunday, 1 June 2025 22:56

By Martin Osborne and Eoin Beatty

The man who died was a white Irish male.

Kfm understands that a house is being searched in the Leinster region near Kiltegan following a major shooting incident at Carlow Shopping centre.

The Explosive Ordnance Disposale (EOD) team are also there.

The man who died was a white Irish male.

It is understood that he was aged in his early 20s.

It's also understood that Gardai know who the man is but details are not expected to be released at this time.

Kfm also understands that the man came to the attention of Gardai last year.

A nine-year-old child sustained an injury to the leg during the incident.

Gardaí responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 6pm.

It is believed a lone gunman opened fire at the scene before being pronounced dead a short time later.

A suspicious device was discovered on the man, prompting the deployment of the Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Carlow Garda Station on 059-9136620 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

Meanwhile, political leaders have been reacting to the news.

Taoiseach Micheal Martin said: "I am deeply shocked and saddened at the shooting incident in Carlow this evening. My thoughts are with the families affected and the local community in Carlow after what was a very serious and traumatic incident."

He added: "I urge anyone who has information to speak to the Gardaí."

I am deeply shocked and saddened at the shooting incident in Carlow this evening.

My thoughts are with the families affected and the local community in Carlow after what was a very serious and traumatic incident.

I urge anyone who has information to speak to the Gardaí.
— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) June 1, 2025

Tainaiste Simon Harris said:

"I am deeply concerned to hear about the incident that has taken place in Carlow tonight and have been kept briefed."

"I understand a young child has been hurt and I join with people across our country in thinking of them and their family tonight."

I am deeply concerned to hear about the incident that has taken place in Carlow tonight and have been kept briefed.

I understand a young child has been hurt and I join with people across our country in thinking of them and their family tonight.

Full statement below. pic.twitter.com/YIVwMfwHp9
— Simon Harris TD (@SimonHarrisTD) June 1, 2025

I’m getting regular updates from the Gardaí in respect of the shooting incident in Carlow.
I understand Gardaí have the situation under control and the area is now safe. We must now allow the Gardaí to investigate this matter fully.
— Jim O'Callaghan TD (@OCallaghanJim) June 1, 2025

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