Three men due in court in connection with weapons and ammunition seizure in Kildare

A garda investigation into the matter is ongoing
The M1911 handgun seized during Saturday's search. Picture: Garda Info

The M1911 handgun seized during Saturday's search. Picture: Garda Info

Three young men are due in court this morning following a guns and ammunition seizure over the weekend.

On Saturday, as part of an intelligence-led operation, gardaí stopped and searched a vehicle in Co Kildare at around 10am. Inside, they found a military assault rifle, a semi-automatic handgun, and 40 rounds of ammunition.

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