Teenager charged with possession of machine gun
An 18-year-old man was found with a powerful submachine gun and 150 rounds of ammunition when stopped by gardaí in Limerick, it was alleged in court today.
Patrick Dowling, Deer Court, John Carew Park Limerick was arrested at 2.40am on St Patrick's Day at the Tipperary roundabout in the Childer's Road area of Limerick city.
The 18-year-old appeared before Limerick District Court this morning and is charged with possession of the Ingrim sub-machine gun, a silencer and 150 rounds of ammunition.
Outling the allegations against Mr Dowling yesterday, Det Garda Dave Nolan said the teenager was stopped while driving a car on the outskirts of the city.
It's alleged the submachine, the silencer and 150 rounds of ammunition - all of which were produced in court today - were found in the car.
Det Garda Nolan gave evidence of arresting and charging Mr Dowling and said he made "no reply" when cautioned.
Solicitor for the defendant Ted McCarthy said he was reserving his position on bail and added that he may make a bail application on behalf of his client next Tuesday.
Judge Tom O'Donnell noted that the State is expected to lodge a formal objection to bail.
Mr Dowling was remanded in custody until March 22 next when he is due to appear before Limerick District Court again.
Dressed in a navy hoody and jeans the 18-year-old remained silent throughout this morning's brief court hearing.
