Gardai in Ashbourne are investigating the circumstances of an aggravated burglary at a dwelling in Dunboyne at approx 23.55hrs on the 20/1/10.
Two men entered the house wearing balaclavas and were believed to be in possession of a firearm. Two occupants were in the house at the time of the incident. There were no injuries received and the raiders left with a small amount of cash.
Two men (41 & 24yrs) were later arrested in Blanchardstown, Dublin in connection with the incident. A firearm and knife were recovered.
They were subsequently detained under the provisions of Section 30 Offences against the State Act 1939 as amended in Navan Garda Station.
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