A man and a woman have been shot in Clondalkin in Dublin.

Gardaí were called to Grange View Lawn in Clondalkin shortly before 9.30pm last night, where the two, both in their 20s, had been shot.

The woman was shot in the arm and the man was shot in the stomach.

The pair were brought to Tallaght Hospital for treatment but it is believed their injuries are not life-threatening.

The scene has been preserved for a forensic examination and gardaí are appealing for anyone with any information about the incident to come forward.