Gardaí have seized quantities of cocaine & cannabis along with a sum of cash and an imitation firearm and arrested three men during a planned intelligence led operation in the Hardwick Street area of Dublin City Centre.
The operation, led by Gardaí from the District Community Action Team based at Mountjoy Station, is part of ongoing investigations into the sale and supply of controlled drugs specifically targeting those involved in street level dealing in the north inner city area.
As part to the operation seven flats were searched under warrant. During the searches cannabis herb with an estimated street value in excess of €40k was seized along with cocaine €3k (analysis pending). Cash €4,500, a imitation handgun (ballistic examination pending) and pepper-spray were also seized.
Three men in their 20s were arrested and are currently detained for questioning at Mountjoy Garda Station under section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.
The operation commenced at 4pm and involved Gardaí from the District Community Action Team based at Mountjoy Station assisted by Emergency Response, Armed Support and local Roads Policing Units.
Further updates will follow.
