Revenue seize cocaine worth €350,000 at Dublin Airport
Yesterday, 17/11/2024, as a result of risk profiling, Revenue officers seized approximately 5 kgs of cocaine with an estimated value of €350,000 at Dublin Airport.
The illicit drugs were discovered within baggage when Revenue officers stopped and searched a passenger who had arrived on a flight from Zurich, originating in Brazil.
A man in his 70s was arrested and subsequently charged by An Garda Síochána, before appearing before the courts this morning.
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 smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on 1800 295 295.
[ENDS 18/11/2024]