Three young men are due in court this morning after guns and ammunition were found in Co Kildare.

A car was stopped on Saturday, where Gardaí discovered a handgun, a rifle and 40 rounds of ammunition.

A G3 battle rifle seized by Gardaí in Kildare. Image: An Garda Síochána

Gardaí are investigating if the weapons had been bought online via the darknet.

Ammunition seized by Gardaí in Kildare. Image: An Garda Síochána

Three men aged 19, 20 and 21 were arrested, questioned and charged.

They are due to appear at Naas District Court this morning.