Over 100 suspected stolen bicycles with an estimated value of €250,000 have been seized during a search in Co Dublin.

Gardaí discovered 116 bicycles during the search of a container on allotments in Newcastle earlier today.

Dublin Fire Brigade had to assist gardaí in obtaining entry into the 40-foot container.

Gardaí said that due to the uniqueness and specialisation of the items recovered, they estimated that the total value is around €250,000.

Officers from the Street Crime Unit at Pearse Street Garda Station will attempt to identify the rightful owners of the bikes and contact them.

Investigations are ongoing.