Gardaí confirm guns in viral Dublin video were replicas

Gardaí have confirmed that the firearms shown in a video circulating on social media were replica airsoft guns.

The footage, which has been circulating online, appeared to show an exchange of firearms in Dublin.

An Garda Síochána said it was aware of the video and looked into the matter.

Gardaí have confirmed that no illegal firearms were involved and that the weapons shown were replica (airsoft) guns.

The clarification comes after the footage was shared on social media and appeared to show what could have been a genuine firearms incident.

Gardaí have not provided further details about the circumstances surrounding the video in the statement.