Gardaí seize Uzi machine gun and ammunition in Ballyfermot search

Gardaí have seized a firearm and ammunition following an intelligence led operation in the Ballyfermot area of Dublin 10 on Monday morning, July 11.

In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said: “The search, which was carried out by the Detective Unit attached to Ballyfermot Garda Station, led to the discovery of an Uzi machine gun, two magazines and a silencer.

“All of the seized items will now be sent to the Garda Technical Bureau for further examination. No arrests have been made. Investigations ongoing.”

Speaking about yesterday’s seizure, Superintendent Anthony Twomey of Clondalkin Garda Station said: “This is another example of the excellent work being carried out by members of An Garda Síochána in the Ballyfermot area who are committed to keeping the people of Ireland safe”.