Dublin Airport drug seizures top €3m in past week
Gardaí seize €1.5m worth of cocaine at Dublin Airport
Gardaí have seized €1.5m worth of cocaine at Dublin Airport in the past week.
The seizure was made as part of an intelligence-led operation targeting an organised crime group.
Gardaí attached to the Dublin Airport Divisional Drugs Unit intercepted two men at the airport on Friday evening.
Cannabis worth €1.6m seized at Dublin Airport
A separate seizure of cannabis worth €1.6m was made at Dublin Airport on Saturday.
The seizure was made by Revenue officers who were carrying out routine checks on luggage.
The drugs were concealed in a number of suitcases.
Total value of drug seizures at Dublin Airport in past week exceeds €3m
The total value of the drugs seized at Dublin Airport in the past week now exceeds €3m.
This is a significant seizure and represents a major blow to organised crime.
Gardaí and Revenue officers are continuing to work together to target the importation and distribution of drugs in the country.
What is cocaine?
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that is extracted from the leaves of the coca plant.
It is a white powder that is snorted, injected, or smoked.
Cocaine produces a short-lived feeling of euphoria, increased energy, and mental alertness.
What is cannabis?
Cannabis is a psychoactive drug that is derived from the cannabis plant.
It is a green or brown plant material that is smoked, vaporized, or eaten.
Cannabis produces a feeling of relaxation, euphoria, and altered perception.
What are the dangers of drug use?
Drug use can have a number of negative consequences, including:
- Addiction
- Overdose
- Health problems
- Social problems
- Legal problems
If you are struggling with drug use, please seek help from a qualified professional.
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