The road is currently closed and Gardaí have said it's expected to remain closed overnight.

Gardaí in Letterkenny Garda Station are appealing to anyone who may have information to contact them

Gardaí say that at approximately 3am this morning a number of shots were discharged at a residential property in Garbally Oaks, Ballinasloe.

A male in his 20s was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury.

100 officers will wear a soft baseball cap and a 'bump stop cap' which offers better protection.

The woman, who was the sole occupant of the car was brought to Tullamore Hospital where she was later pronounced dead.

Motorists are advised to avoid the route if possible

The Government have previously said that combating domestic violence is a key priority for them.