Conor McGregor faces police investigation over gun picture

Gardai have confirmed today that Conor McGregor is under police investigation following a picture he posted to social media yesterday. 

The photograph features a masked individual assumed to be Conor inside a white BMW holding what appears to be a rifle with the caption: "Put the fight game in the bag and step away from the vehicle."

The photo has not been removed from the account at the time of writing. 

While many news outlets are suggesting the weapon is a replica, Gardai confirmed to the Independent this morning that the current UFC Featherweight champ is under investigation. 

"We are investigating the circumstances under which the photo was taken. Gardai from Crumlin are investigating."

The picture was posted to the sportstar's Instagram page in the early hours of this morning and appears to have been taken in Ireland. 

The photo also features Conor's BMW i8 car which is reported to cost a cool €150,000.