Counterfeit goods from a host of well-known brands were also seized
Since last week, Revenue officers have seized contraband with an estimated value of almost €413,000 in various operations in Dublin, the Midlands and Rosslare Europort.
The herbal cannabis and illicit drugs were discovered with the assistance of detector dogs Sam, Ciara and Enzo whilst Revenue officers were examining parcels at premises in Dublin and the Midlands. The parcels originated from USA, the UK, India, Spain, France, the Netherlands and Poland, and were destined for addresses nationwide.
Additionally, 4,140 cigarettes, with a value of €3,735 and representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of €2,950, were seized in separate operations in Kilkenny and the Midlands. The seized cigarettes were branded L&M and Lambert and Butler.
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