A man in his 80s arrested after a shooting in Co Mayo has been released without charge.
A farmer in his 60s was shot dead at Aghamore near Ballyhaunis shortly before midnight on Tuesday.
A post-mortem has been completed but results aren't being released for operational reasons.
A file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
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The victim has been described as a popular man who will be missed.
According to reports, he has been named locally as Brendan Kilduff.
Local councillor John Caulfield said the "wonderful, close-knit farming community" is in shock.
"This is a complete shock to them. They are devastated this morning."
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The house where a man aged in his 60s, was shot dead in Co Mayo Tuesday night. Picture: Ray Ryan
