Gardaí were today hunting a gang who stole 100 weapons from a gun dealer.
Five masked men were involved in the overnight raid on the home of dealer Mr Gerry Scully, near Athlone, Co Westmeath.
Mr Scully, his wife and three children, were locked into a room while the gang made off with their haul of shotguns and rifles.
A police helicopter was involved in the search for the raiders.
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Garda Inspector Martin Maguire said there was no clear evidence of a paramilitary link to the crime, but stressed that all possibilities were being considered.
PA