Gardaí seize two kilos of heroin and 'offensive weapons' as part of major operation
Searches took place at a number of properties across Dublin
Gardaí seized €280,000 worth of suspected heroin and a number of offensive weapons during a search operation in Dublin city.
As part of ongoing investigations into the sale and supply of drugs, and criminal activity in the Dublin 2 area, Gardaí conducted a search operation at a number of properties in Dublin 8 on Friday afternoon, October 5.
Assistance was provided by the Armed Support Unit, the Street Crime Unit, the Divisional Crime Task Force and Gardaí attached to Operation Citizen.
During the course of the search operation, approximately 2kg of suspected heroin was seized by Gardaí.
The estimated street value of the drugs seized is €280,000. The drugs are subject to analysis by Forensic Science Ireland (FSI).
A number of offensive weapons were also seized by Gardaí.
No arrests were made during yesterday's search operation, however investigations are ongoing.