Over €276,000 worth of illegal drugs have been seized by Revenue after a routine operation in Co Westmeath on Thursday.
Officers examining parcels at a premises in Athlone seized over 15kgs of herbal cannabis and a small amount of ecstasy.
The drugs were discovered in parcels that originated from multiple locations across mainland Europe believed to have included Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain and the Netherland.
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It is understood they were destined for addresses across the country, including Dublin, Roscommon, Waterford, Westmeath and Wicklow.
A garda spokesperson said: "Investigations are ongoing."
This seizure is part of Revenue's 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.
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