3 rifles, 2 sawn-off shotguns, and 1 revolver seized following house search

A large amount of ammunition was also recovered from the house in the Kilclare area of Tallaght, Dublin 24, earlier today.

GARDAÍ HAVE RECOVERED a number of weapons following the search of a house in the Kilclare area of Tallaght, Dublin 24.

Three rifles, two sawn-off shotguns, one revolver and a large amount of ammunition were seized earlier today.

The search was carried out as part of an ongoing investigation into criminal activity. A technical examination of the scene has been completed and the arms seized have been removed for further examination.

No arrests have been made to date and enquiries are ongoing.

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