Revenue seize herbal cannabis worth €373,000 at Dublin Airport

Last Friday (23/08/2024), as a result of risk profiling, Revenue officers seized approximately 18.6 kgs of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of €373,000 at Dublin Airport.

The cannabis was discovered concealed in vacuum-packed packages within the baggage of a passenger who had disembarked a flight originating from Thailand.  A man in his 30s was subsequently arrested and charged before appearing before the courts on Saturday. Investigations are ongoing.

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

[ENDS 24/08/2024]