As part of an ongoing investigation into serious criminal activity in the Dublin region two males were intercepted at Parkgate Street, Dublin 8 at approximately 11am this morning ( Thursday 27th October 2016) by the Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau and the Serious Crime Task Force.
During the course of a search one kilo of cocaine (subject to analysis) was seized with an estimated street value of €80,000.
Two males (40yrs & 52yrs) were arrested in connection with this investigation are currently detained at Store Street Garda Station under the provisions of Section 2- Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996.
These operations use advanced analytical and intelligence methods to disrupt criminals and dismantle their networks. Drug seizures play a critical role in targeting the livelihood of criminals and reducing their ability to carry out illegal activities. Drug seizures also help protect communities from the devastating impact of drugs and the associated criminality.
