Guns seized following garda operation at Kildare canal

A scrambler bike was also seized by Kildare gardaí
Guns seized following garda operation at Kildare canal

The seized guns

A man in his 30s has been arrested after two semi-automatic pistols, 39 rounds of ammunition, and a scrambler bike were seized in Co Kildare.

The seizure came as a result of gardaí from Kildare North Community Engagement, supported by detectives from Kildare North Crime, conducting proactive patrols on the Royal Canal Way in Maynooth on Wednesday evening, May 6th.

During the operation, gardaí intercepted a scrambler bike, resulting in the seizure of the pistols and ammunition.

The rider, the man in his 30s, was arrested at the scene.

He was detained by gardaí and is set to appear before Naas District Court this afternoon (Thursday).

All seized firearms are undergoing technical and ballistic examination.

Investigations are ongoing, a garda statement said.

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