Drugs seized at Shannon Airport 'destined for several counties in Munster'
By David Hurley
Published 16th Jan 2024, 09:00 BST
INVESTIGATIONS are underway following the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal drugs at Shannon Airport which were destined for several counties across Munster.
As a result of risk profiling, Revenue officers in Shannon seized 3kgs of herbal cannabis during an operation last Thursday, January 14.
The drugs, which were discovered concealed in a number of parcels, have an estimated value of €60,000.
According to a Revenue spokesperson, the parcels originated in the USA and were destined for addresses in Counties Limerick, Cork and Tipperary.
Local gardai have been informed and the drugs will now be sent for further analysis.