Garda operation underway in Louth as two people arrested
By Jason Newman
Published 23rd Oct 2026, 13:05 BST
Updated 23rd Oct 2026, 13:08 BST
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The Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team is at the scene in Louth
A Garda operation is underway in Louth this morning as part of what Gardai have said is a long-standing investigation.
The Garda Special Detective Unit is involved in the operation, with a Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team also at the scene.
Two people have been arrested as part of the investigation and are currently being detained at Garda stations in the north-east of the country under the Offences Against the State Act.
Further details are expected to be released following an examination by the EOD team.
No further information has been made available at this stage.