Gardaí in Cork are investigating a violent incident at a halting site, with reports that two men were injured in a shooting. The incident took place in the Ballyvolane area, according to The Journal.
The Journal reports that the violence occurred over the weekend. Details remain limited, but the publication states that two men were hurt after a firearm was discharged. No arrests have been mentioned in the initial reports.
The incident has sparked wider concern among local residents and elected officials. The Irish Examiner quotes residents of the nearby Spring Lane estate expressing frustration, with one saying, "The council don't care one bit about us," following the weekend of unrest.
The response to the violence has included calls for political action. The Irish Independent reports that a Cork city councillor has suggested exploring the use of army backup to address an ongoing feud within the Traveller community. Separately, Echo Live notes that there have been calls for a special meeting of Cork City Council to discuss the incidents in Ballyvolane.
The shooting is the latest in a series of reported disturbances in the area, according to RTE.ie, which also confirmed that two people were injured after a firearm was discharged. The situation has raised questions about community safety and the adequacy of the current policing response.
Authorities have not yet released further details about the condition of the injured men or the circumstances leading up to the shooting. The investigation is understood to be in its early stages.
What to watch next: Whether Cork City Council convenes the requested special meeting and what additional security measures, if any, are proposed in response to the feud.
