As part of an on-going intelligence led operation targeting the illegal sale and supply of controlled drugs in West Dublin, Gardaí at Ronanstown have seized cocaine with an estimated value of €140,000, pending analysis.
The seizure, 2 kilos of suspected cocaine, was made during the planned search of a premises in Lucan on Wednesday evening, 4th February 2015 at approximately 7pm.
A woman, 20 years, was arrested at scene and detained at Ronanstown Garda Station under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act, 1996 as amended. She has since been released from Garda custody without charge. A file is being prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions.
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.
A photograph of the seized drugs is available on request to pressoffice@garda.ie
