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Ireland Crime

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Case No. 3098Possession of a firearm · Co. Dublin · 24 Jun 2025

Man jailed for four years over 3D printed gun in Dublin

Craig McKeever, 21, of Finglas, Dublin, was sentenced to four years and six months in prison for possession of a 3D printed .22-calibre pistol and three rounds of ammunition found on him during a patrol stop in Inchicore in June 2025.

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  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In courtnot reported
  5. Verdictnot reported
  6. Sentenced12 May
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Key facts

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  • whatMcKeever pleaded guilty to possession of a 3D printed .22-calibre pistol and three rounds of ammunition. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatCannabis worth about €500 was found in a pocket of McKeever's jacket. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatAn army-green .22-calibre pistol fell out from under a bulletproof vest when it was unstrapped. (irishtimes.com)
  • whatThe pistol was loaded with one round of ammunition, and two other rounds were also found. (irishtimes.com)
  • whenGardaí were on patrol in the Inchicore area on 24 June 2025 when they spotted McKeever and another man getting into a taxi. (irishtimes.com)
  • investigationThe gun was found to be in working order and could discharge the type of ammunition found. (irishtimes.com)
  • sentenceMcKeever was sentenced to four years and six months in prison, with the final six months suspended on strict conditions. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherThe 3D printed guns are a functional and lethal weapon. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherIf you get the correct programme, you can print a lethal firearm on a 3D printer. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherMcKeever said he was wearing the bulletproof vest after being informed of a verified threat against his life. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherMcKeever has 14 previous convictions, including one for theft, one for drugs and nine for road traffic offences. (irishtimes.com)
  • otherMcKeever's family home was firebombed in July 2024. (irishtimes.com)

The reporting

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  1. 12 May2026
    Sentencedirishtimes.com, first report
    Court hears 3D printed guns are becoming ‘more prevalent’ as man jailed for four years

    Sentencing hearing at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court; Garda detective testified that 3D printed guns are becoming more prevalent; McKeever pleaded guilty and received four years and six months with the final six months suspended on strict conditions.

    convicted, Craig McKeever, 21, male, named, irish (judged from name)Craig McKeever