OVER the course of the last two weeks, Revenue officers based in Shannon Airport seized illegal drugs with an estimated value of over €220,000.
The illicit drugs were discovered by Revenue officers as a result of risk profiling, in parcels originating from the USA, Canada, and Europe, which were destined for addresses in Limerick, Galway, and Cork.
A revenue spokesperson said that among the materials seized were seven kilogrammes of herbal cannabis, cannabis infused jellies, and psychoactive substances.
No further information is available on the sweep of seizures and investigations are currently ongoing.
These seizures are part of Revenue’s ongoing work targeting smuggling and shadow economy activity. If businesses or members of the public have any information in relation to the transportation of drugs and illicit materials, they can contact Revenue in confidence on 1800 295 295.
