Three men have been arrested and a gun has been seized in Finglas, Co Dublin, overnight. 

The gun was seized during routine patrols by the Divisional Drugs Unit. 

A pistol and ammunition were found in the Kippure Park area of Finglas. 

The men, all aged in their 20s, are being detained for questioning. 

Speaking about this seizure, Chief Superintendent Majella Armstrong said: "I would like to commend the Gardaí involved in this seizure for helping to ensure another dangerous firearm has been taken off our streets. 

"This was the result of ongoing proactive patrols in the DMR West and is another example of the tireless work carried out by Gardaí patrolling our streets every day to help keep people safe.” 

The pistol and ammunition have been sent to the Garda Ballistics Unit for examination.