Two people arrested after seizure of firearm and ammo in Dublin

The operation, which was carried out in Mulhuddart on Tuesday, is part of ongoing investigations targeting the activities of organised crime groups in the area.
Two people arrested after seizure of firearm and ammo in Dublin

Kenneth Fox

A gun and ammunition have been seized following a search in Blanchardstown in Dublin.

The operation, which was carried out in Mulhuddart on Tuesday, is part of ongoing investigations targeting the activities of organised crime groups in the area.

A 9 millimetre handgun, bullets, and a silencer were uncovered.

Two people, a man and a teenage boy, were arrested and remain in garda custody.

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