Man (40s) Arrested As Gardaí Seize Handgun In Knocknaheeny In The Early Hours Of This Morning 

Gardaí received a report of a suspicious car in the area at around 1:30am and found a car matching the description.

The car was searched and Gardaí discovered a suspected handgun and a jerry can of petrol. 

The car was also found to be using false registration plates. 
  
A man was arrested at the scene and brought to Mayfield Garda Station where he is currently being detained 

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