Gardai launch investigation after huge Tallaght seizure worth over €1 million

Gardai seized more than €1 million worth of illegal cigarettes and tobacco from a location in Tallaght, Dublin.

Following a number of searches on Monday morning in the Tallaght area, an estimated €1.36m in cigarettes and tobacco was found.

The operation was carried out by officers attached to the Tallaght Drug Divisional Unit, uniform units and Garda Dog Unit.

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All of the items seized were sent to Revenue Custom Services marking a potential loss in excess of €1 million.

Gardai say no arrests have been made but that investigations are ongoing.

A garda spokesperson confirmed: "On Monday morning, 10th October 2022, Gardaí carried out a number of searches in the Tallaght area of Dublin and seized an estimated €1.36m in cigarettes and tobacco.

"The operation comprised of personnel attached to the Tallaght Drug Divisional Unit, uniform units and Garda Dog Unit.

"Following the searches, the seized items were later handed over to staff from Revenue’s Custom Services.

"The cigarettes seized represent a potential loss to Revenue in excess of €1m.

"No arrests have been made at this time. Investigations are ongoing."

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