Mob boss “Mr Flashy” is now fighting a war on three different fronts – after his close associate dodged death again.
The 20-year-old hood, who has remained loyal to the thug, was shot in the hand and buttocks in Finglas, West Dublin shortly after 9pm on Monday.
It is understood he was in the back of a taxi at the time and driven away to the Cardiffsbridge Road area – where emergency services and gardai rushed to his aid.
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This is the second time he escaped death after he and Mr Flashy were shot earlier this year as they sat in a taxi.
It is believed the gang boss, who once had the protection of the Kinahan cartel, has now enraged this other dangerous mob – who believe he’s become bad for business.
Sources say the involvement of these dangerous gangsters now means “Mr Flashy” is fighting a war against three separate gangs - all of whom want him dead. They include associates of slain gangster James Whelan – who was shot dead by Mr Flashy’s mob this year.
Another threat comes from pals of dead gangster Shane Fowler, who died in a motorbike accident on his way to kill Flashy back in 2018.
But sources say the addition of this third mob will cause extra problems for Flashy. Local Sinn Fein TD Dessie Ellis said it is high time the gangster’s mob was put out of business.
He added: “There’s been a number of shootings between these gangs.
“At this stage it’s gone on far too long and we really need action.
“My big fear is that innocent people will get caught up in this. I’m just calling on them to stop. It’s just absolutely appalling.”
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