As part of an operation targeting the illegal sale and supply of controlled drugs in then Shannon area of Co Clare Gardaí have seized Cannabis Herb (pending analysis) with an estimated street value of €110,000.
A van was stopped and searched in Clonmoney West, Bunratty, Co Clare yesterday afternoon (16/3/16) at approximately 3.30pm; during the course of the search Cannabis Herb (pending analysis) was seized. Two men were arrested (37yrs & 27yrs) in connection with this incident and are currently detained at Shannon Garda Station under the provisions of Section 2 – Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996.
Photographs of the seized drugs are available on request to pressoffice@garda.ie
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.
Investigations are continuing.
