Stolen BMW is being investigated after 3 bombs found in Naas

A stolen BMW X5  is being investigated following three  bombs being seized last night in Naas, bringing traffic to a grinding halt for five hours.

The Army  Bomb squad are today investigating a car that is believed to have been stolen and was recovered by Gardaí in Celbridge, a few days ago.

A source has revealed that the SUV was stolen from a house  in recent weeks and recovered by Gardai in Celbridge over the past few days.

A security alert kicked off after the BMW was found at a commercial garage in Newhall, yesterday afternoon.

The Army EOD attended the scene and three devices were removed for further examination. At 9.30pm the area was declared safe and traffic restrictions were lifted. Enquiries are ongoing.