Menu
02/11/2023
Suspected Weapons And Ammunition Discovered In Crossmaglen
Suspected weapons and ammunition have been uncovered during a Serious Crime Branch (SCB) operation the Crossmaglen, conducted on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 October.
During the extensive search operations, SCB officers were assisted by colleagues from Newry, Mourne & Down.
Newry, Mourne & Down District Commander, Superintendent Norman Haslett said: "A proactive search operation took place in the Monog Road area on Monday and Tuesday. A significant weapons hide was discovered buried in a hedgerow on agricultural land.
"A number of suspected firearms, including an assault rifle, two shotguns, three revolvers and seven handguns as well as a significant amount of ammunition were found within the hide.
"Serious Crime Branch are conducting further enquiries and all items will now be the subject of forensic testing. We are keeping an open mind as to ownership of these firearms however these searches send a clear message to those involved in organised criminal activity that we will continue to disrupt their activities so that our communities can live in peace and without fear.
"I would appeal for anyone with information about any suspicious activity or about any of the items we have found over the last few weeks to get in contact with police on 101. Alternatively information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
During the extensive search operations, SCB officers were assisted by colleagues from Newry, Mourne & Down.
Newry, Mourne & Down District Commander, Superintendent Norman Haslett said: "A proactive search operation took place in the Monog Road area on Monday and Tuesday. A significant weapons hide was discovered buried in a hedgerow on agricultural land.
"A number of suspected firearms, including an assault rifle, two shotguns, three revolvers and seven handguns as well as a significant amount of ammunition were found within the hide.
"Serious Crime Branch are conducting further enquiries and all items will now be the subject of forensic testing. We are keeping an open mind as to ownership of these firearms however these searches send a clear message to those involved in organised criminal activity that we will continue to disrupt their activities so that our communities can live in peace and without fear.
"I would appeal for anyone with information about any suspicious activity or about any of the items we have found over the last few weeks to get in contact with police on 101. Alternatively information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
14 May 2018
Weapons And Ammunition Seized By PSNI Following 12-Day Search
The PSNI have recovered a 'significant quantity' of weapons and ammunition following a 12-day search operation in Lurgan and Benburb. Detectives from the PSNI's Terrorism Investigation Unit conducted 13 searches involving land and properties from Sunday, 29 April to Friday, 11 May.
Weapons And Ammunition Seized By PSNI Following 12-Day Search
The PSNI have recovered a 'significant quantity' of weapons and ammunition following a 12-day search operation in Lurgan and Benburb. Detectives from the PSNI's Terrorism Investigation Unit conducted 13 searches involving land and properties from Sunday, 29 April to Friday, 11 May.
13 February 2020
Pair Charged As Drugs & Firearms Seized In Belfast
Police have charged two individuals over the seizure of firearms, ammunition and suspected class A drugs in Belfast. It follows an operation in the Black's Road area on Wednesday 12 February.
Pair Charged As Drugs & Firearms Seized In Belfast
Police have charged two individuals over the seizure of firearms, ammunition and suspected class A drugs in Belfast. It follows an operation in the Black's Road area on Wednesday 12 February.
17 August 2017
Firearm And Ammunition Recovered From Suspected Terrorist Hide
A suspected firearm, a quantity of ammunition and component parts have been recovered from what is believed to be a terrorist hide in Co L'Derry. As part of an investigation into dissident republican activity detectives from the Serious Crime Branch discovered a suspected terrorist hide in the Southway area.
Firearm And Ammunition Recovered From Suspected Terrorist Hide
A suspected firearm, a quantity of ammunition and component parts have been recovered from what is believed to be a terrorist hide in Co L'Derry. As part of an investigation into dissident republican activity detectives from the Serious Crime Branch discovered a suspected terrorist hide in the Southway area.
19 October 2005
Measures to combat gun and knife crime announced
Criminal Justice Minister David Hanson today announced new measures to tackle violent crime involving dangerous weapons. Legislative proposals have been laid before Parliament which would extend key aspects of the Violent Crime Reduction Bill to Northern Ireland.
Measures to combat gun and knife crime announced
Criminal Justice Minister David Hanson today announced new measures to tackle violent crime involving dangerous weapons. Legislative proposals have been laid before Parliament which would extend key aspects of the Violent Crime Reduction Bill to Northern Ireland.
04 April 2016
Suspected Firearm And Ammunition Seized In North Belfast
Police have arrested a 57-year-old man after a suspected firearm and ammunition were found in north Belfast. The items were seized following the search of a property in the Crumlin Road area on Thursday.
Suspected Firearm And Ammunition Seized In North Belfast
Police have arrested a 57-year-old man after a suspected firearm and ammunition were found in north Belfast. The items were seized following the search of a property in the Crumlin Road area on Thursday.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:This morning will be dry and rather cloudy, a little brightness here and there. Remaining dry this afternoon but still often cloudy. Fresh to strong westerly winds. Mild. Maximum temperature 11 °C.Tonight:This evening will be dry. Then the rest of the night will be mainly dry and mostly cloudy, although rain may reach the north coast later. Windy. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
