Gardaí have seized 11 military-grade firearms in a series of raids targeting an organized crime group in counties Kildare and Laois. The operation, led by the Garda National Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau (GNDOCB), took place over two days, concluding on July 12, 2026.
The weapons, described as military-grade, were found during searches of multiple properties. No arrests have been reported in connection with the seizure as of July 13, 2026. The investigation is ongoing.
This operation is part of broader efforts by Irish authorities to combat organized crime and illegal firearms trafficking. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.
