Gardaí have discovered a small quantity of arms and explosives in a wood in Co Westmeath.
The discovery was made this morning in a densely wooded area on the shores of Lake Derravargh, Crookedwood, Co. Westmeath.
A Garda spokesman said the haul consists of two detonators, apparent component parts of mortar devices and what appears to be half a stick of gelignite.
He said initial examination indicates that the items are not of recent origin.
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The area has been sealed off and further searches are being carried out.
An army team has also been called to the scene.