Teen in court over antique handgun

A 17-year-old who was caught transporting an antique but fully-functioning handgun will be sentenced in May.

Craig Mooney, now 18, told gardaí he was transporting the Webley and Scott .455mm revolver “from point A to point B” for a third party.

The gun was in good condition and capable of firing but no ammunition was found. The same model was used by the Royal Irish Constabulary, pre-independence.