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28/03/2014
Handgun, Ammo And Silencer Seized In Raids
Police have recovered a handgun and ammo in raids on properties in the Mount are of Ballymacarret.
The searches were carried out as part of an ongoing operation tackling serious and organised crime in the area.
A number of items were recovered during the raids, including a handgun, ammunition and a silencer.
Police say that the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on the new non-emergency number 101 or they can get in touch anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MH/JP)
The searches were carried out as part of an ongoing operation tackling serious and organised crime in the area.
A number of items were recovered during the raids, including a handgun, ammunition and a silencer.
Police say that the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police on the new non-emergency number 101 or they can get in touch anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
(MH/JP)
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