09/03/2016

Series Of Raids Carried Out Across Dublin

A series of raids have been carried out across Dublin in an operation led by the Criminal Assets Bureau.

The operation was targeting the assets of criminal gangs currently believed to be involved in an ongoing fued.

Before 7am on Wednesday morning raids were carried out at 12 homes and six commercial premises.

The operation involved more than 60 armed and uniformed officers and it is understood the items seized included cash, documents, computers and documents.

It is understood that follow-up searches are expected to be carried out this afternoon, 09 March.

(MH)

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