14/09/2016

Search Operation Launched Across Dublin

A large search operation was launched at 6.30am this morning, 14 September, in an operation targeting serious organised crime in the Dublin region.

Gardaí from the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau, accompanied by staff from the Criminal Assets Bureau, launched an intelligence-led operation relating to serious organised crime in the Dublin Region.

Gardaí are currently executing a number of search warrants at various locations in Dublin City and County with a view to gathering evidence to support a prosecution against individuals engaged in serious organised crime.

The operation has been described as the culmination of significant investigative activity to date and is supported by other law enforcement agencies including La Guardia Civil who are assisting in today's activity.

Further updates on the outcome of the operation is expected following the culmination of the searches.

(MH/JP)

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