Issue Date: 17/06/2026
Gardaí have seized a firearm and ammunition following a search under warrant of a location in the Mulhuddart, Dublin 15 area yesterday, Tuesday 16th June 2026.
The operation, conducted by members of the Blanchardstown Crime Task Force and Blanchardstown District Detective Unit, is part of ongoing investigations targeting the activities of organised crime groups in the area.
During the course of the search, a 9mm handgun, ammunition and silencer were seized.
Two males (a juvenile and a young adult) were arrested in connection with the investigation, and are currently detained at a Garda station in the West Dublin area under the provisions of Section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act 1939.
The firearm seized is now subject to technical analysis.
Investigations are ongoing.
