A man in his forties is in a serious condition after he was shot in at a house in Cherry Orchard in Ballyfermot on Tuesday night.
The attack happened at a house on Raheen Drive shortly after 9pm.
The victim (42) was hit by at least one shot.
He was taken to St James’s Hospital where his condition is described as serious. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
The scene has been sealed off for forensic examination by the Garda technical bureau.
No one has been arrested in connection with the attack.
While the investigation is at an early stage gardaí do not think the attack is gangland related.
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information is asked to contact them at Ballyfermot Garda Station on (01) 6667200, The Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666111 or any Garda station.