Drugs seized at Shannon Airport destined for address in Limerick city
INVESTIGATIONS are underway following a significant drugs seizure at Shannon Airport.
As part of routine operations, this Wednesday, Revenue officers seized approximately 2kgs of herbal cannabis.
The illegal drugs, which have an estimated street value of €40,000, were discovered in a parcel that originated from Italy.
According to Revenue, the drugs, which will now be forensically examined were destined for an address in Limerick city.
Gardai in Shannon have been informed of the seizure and investigations are ongoing.
Revenue says the latest seizure at Shannon Airport is part of its ongoing operations targeting the importation of illegal drugs.
"If businesses or members of the public have any information regarding smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on Confidential Phone Number 1800 295 295," said a spokesperson.