Issue Date: 17/04/2026
An online auction of gold bullion which was seized by An Garda Síochána commenced this afternoon, Friday 17th April 2026 at 1.00pm. The gold was seized by the Dublin Crime Response Team as part of investigations into organised criminal activity in the Dublin Metropolitan Region (DMR) under the Proceeds of Crime Act. The auction is being facilitated by Wilsons Auctions. Various quantities of gold, offered in a selection of coins and bars, will be auctioned over the weekend. The sale forms part of An Garda Síochána's continued efforts to disrupt organised criminal activity by removing the financial benefits of crime. The net proceeds of the auction will be returned to the Exchequer. Bidding is open to the public and is online only. The auction closes at 1.00pm on Monday afternoon, 20th April 2026. Ken Holohan, Detective Inspector based in the Dublin Metropolitan (DMR) said, "Recovering and returning the proceeds of crime is a key part of disrupting organised criminal activity. This auction ensures that seized assets are processed transparently, with all funds ultimately going back to the State where they belong." Interested bidders can view the full auction catalogue and all information by visiting www.wilsonsauctions.com. The auction is open to the public and individuals can register to bid via Wilsons Auctions’ website. Click here to view more auction details and to register for the auction. There is no Garda spokesperson available.
