€210,000 Cocaine Seizure: Passenger on Lisbon to Dublin Flight

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A significant drug bust occurred at Dublin Airport on Friday night, where authorities seized cocaine valued at €210,000. The drugs were found in the luggage of a passenger arriving on a flight from Lisbon, Portugal. A man in his 20s has been arrested in connection with this incident and is currently being held at a Garda station in Dublin. Investigations are ongoing as authorities work to uncover more details about the case.t

The seizure took place when Revenue officers conducted a routine search of luggage belonging to a passenger arriving from Lisbon. The discovery of the cocaine highlights ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat drug trafficking at airports.

The arrested individual, a man in his 20s, is currently being detained at a Garda station in Dublin. Authorities have not released further details about the suspect, including his identity or any potential connections to larger drug trafficking operations.

Gardaí have stated that investigations are ongoing. They are likely to explore the origins of the drugs, the intended destination, and any accomplices involved in the trafficking operation. This incident underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in curbing drug smuggling activities, particularly at major international airports.

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