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Gun Crime
Road workers discover gun and ammo while digging in Dublin's north inner city
The find was made this afternoon.
ROAD WORKERS IN Dublin city centre this afternoon discovered a gun and ammunition while working.
The construction staff were digging on a patch of road on Guild Street, close to the Luke Kelly statue, in Dublin’s north inner city when they made the discovery.
A handgun as well as ammunition were found.
Gardaí were called to the scene and the weapon has been removed for forensic testing.
Gardaí have been asked for comment.
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