Man arrested following discovery of guns and ammunition in Drogheda

A man has been arrested in Drogheda after the discovery of guns and ammunition.

Gardai in Co Louth said that as part of an intelligence-led operation against serious criminal activity in the district, a search operation was carried out this morning in the Highlands area of Drogheda.

A handgun, ammunition, an assortment of offensive weapons including a crossbow, pepper spray, 4,000 euro in cash and cheques, and a quantity of controlled substances were seized.

A man in his 30s has been arrested and is being held at Drogheda Garda Station under Section 30 Offences against the State Act 1939, where he can be detained for up to 72 hours.

Investigations are ongoing.