12/04/2016

Woman Arrested Over Dublin Airport Cocaine Seizure

Cocaine worth an estimated €250,000 has been seized at Dublin Airport.

A 39-year-old woman, who arrived in Dublin from Dubai, was stopped and questioned by Revenue officers. She was found to be carrying the cocaine in three confectionery tins.

The woman was arrested and detained by Gardaí.

Investigations are ongoing with a view to prosecution.

(MH/CD)


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