Police seize guns and explosives in Co Down

Police in the North have seized guns and explosives during a raid in Co Down.

Police in the North have seized guns and explosives during a raid in Co Down.

Sawn off shotguns, timing units, an imitation pistol and several old style hand grenades were found during searches near Castlewellan. One man has been arrested.

It is understood both mainstream and dissident republican paramilitaries have been active in the area.

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