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28/03/2008
Soldier Questioned Over Gangland Guns
An Irish army soldier has been arrested and questioned by gardai on suspicion of handling illegal firearms.
The soldier, who comes from Dublin, was arrested on Tuesday.
He has since been taken into military custody for being absent without leave for nearly two months.
Reports this morning say a number of soldiers have been approached by criminal gangs and offered cash in return for help with firearms in recent years.
(BMcC/KMcA)
The soldier, who comes from Dublin, was arrested on Tuesday.
He has since been taken into military custody for being absent without leave for nearly two months.
Reports this morning say a number of soldiers have been approached by criminal gangs and offered cash in return for help with firearms in recent years.
(BMcC/KMcA)
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