Revenue seize herbal cannabis worth €216,000 in Dublin

Yesterday (14/03/2024), as a result of risk profiling and with the assistance of detector dog James, Revenue officers examining parcels at a premises in Dublin seized 10.8 kgs of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of €216,000.

The illicit drugs were discovered in two parcels originating from Portugal and were destined for an address in County Louth.

Investigations are ongoing.

This seizure is part of Revenue's ongoing operations targeting the importation of illegal drugs. If businesses, or members of the public, have any information regarding drug smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on 1800 295 295.

[ENDS 15/03/2024]