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". . . 20 mortars along with launching tubes, two assault rifles, a handgun and assorted rounds of ammunition had been found. . . ."

Assault weapons seized in Ireland (Filed: 09/07/2001)

SEVERAL caches of arms, including mortars and assault weapons, were seized yesterday by Irish police, a spokesman said.

The hidden weapons were found in Athy, County Kildare, and were uncovered after two suspected members of dissident republican groups were arrested on Saturday. Police said the weapons may belong to dissident Irish republican groups in the area.

The police spokesman said two people were being held in custody. He added that the pair were being questioned at the moment, but did not give further details on the arrests.

He said that 20 mortars along with launching tubes, two assault rifles, a handgun and assorted rounds of ammunition had been found in three different locations, and announced that searches for more arms would continue today.

-- Anonymous, July 08, 2001


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