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The firearms were seized during a search in West Clare
GARDAI say investigations are ongoing following the seizure of a number of firearms and a quantity of drugs in County Clare.
While carrying out a Covid-19 patrol in the Kilmihil area, gardaí observed a male in possession of a rifle.
“Upon further inquiries, it transpired the male, aged in his late teens, did not hold a firearm licence,” said a spokesperson.
During a follow-up operation, gardaí searched a premises under warrant in the Kilmihil area.
An air rifle with scope and an imitation 9mm handgun were seized during the search operation, as well as a small quantity of cannabis herb (pending analysis) and some electronic devices.
No arrests have been made and investigations ongoing.
Two firearms as well as a small quantity of drugs and electronic devices were seized during a search operation in Co. Clare earlier today. The search operation was conducted following intelligence obtained during a Covid-19 patrol. pic.twitter.com/qLPHZkEt6J
— Garda Info (@gardainfo) April 11, 2020
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