A man is due in court in Cork today following a seizure of three firearms and live ammunition. 

Gardaí seized three firearms and live ammunition following a search of a residential property in Clonakilty on Thursday.

A male in his 60s was arrested in relation to the incident and detained under the provisions of Section 30 of Offences against the State Act, 1939 at Clonakilty Garda Station.

A garda spokesperson said the man is expected to appear before Cork District Court today to face charges in relation to this ongoing investigation.