A male in his early 30’s is this morning, 11/10/2019, in Garda custody and is currently detained under section 30 Offences Against the State Act in Drogheda Garda Station.
This arrest follows an intense Garda operation in the County Louth area involving Gardaí (uniform /plainclothes) from Louth Garda Divisions, supported by the Regional Armed Support Unit and National units and also cross border co-operation with our colleagues in the Police Service of Northern Ireland.
No further action is required by the public at this time.
Speaking this morning at Drogheda Garda Station, Chief Superintendent Christy Mangan expressed his thanks to the public and community in County Louth for their assistance and ongoing support.
Chief Superintendent Mangan also expressed his gratitude to his colleagues in Louth division stating that this operation once again demonstrates their support and ongoing dedication to keeping the people of Louth safe.
Note: As there is currently a male in Garda custody there is no Garda spokesperson available at this time.
Previous press release below refers:
Garda Press Office
Gardaí are carrying out an operation in the Louth Division this morning, 9th October 2019, following reports of shots being fired in the Arthurstown area of Ardee.
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of an 11 WW registered silver Toyota Avensis.
Gardaí would advise members of the public not to approach this vehicle but to report any sightings or information to Gardaí by calling the emergency lines on 999 or 112, Drogheda Garda Station on 041 987 4200 or the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111 .
No further information is available.
Note: No Garda spokesperson is available.
