Issue Date: 19/10/2026
As part of ongoing operations targeting organised criminal activity in the region, Gardaí attached to the Divisional Drugs Unit carried out a search on open land at Rathmullen Park, Drogheda, Co Louth on 18th October 2026.
During the course of the search, a viable pipe bomb was located and subsequently made safe by a Defence Forces EOD (Explosive Ordnance Device) team.
Two loaded firearms – a handgun and a machine gun – were also located, along with ammunition.
The operation was carried out with the assistance of members from Drogheda, the Armed Support Unit and local and national Dog Units.
No arrests have been made at this time.
The seized items will be subject to further ballistic testing and forensic analysis.
Investigations are ongoing.
