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Drugs Worth €1 Million Seized At Shannon Airport

Drugs with an estimated value of one million euro have been seized at Shannon Airport.

The illicit drugs were discovered in cargo consignments originating from Switzerland and were destined for an address in Limerick.

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As a result of risk profiling, Revenue officers based at Shannon Airport seized 50kgs of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of one million euro last Thursday.

It’s understood the cargo was manifested as animal feed.

Investigations are ongoing and the 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 are encouraged to contact Revenue in confidence on 1800 295 295.

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