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File image of Shannon Airport, where the drugs were discovered and seized. Alamy Stock Photo

Almost €3m worth of cannabis destined for Co Clare seized at Shannon Airport

The parcelled drugs had originated from Canada, a Revenue spokesperson said.

ALMOST €3M WORTH of cannabis has been seized at Shannon Airport today.

Revenue officials seized 149kgs with an estimated value of €2.98m when they discovered the drugs during routine operations at the airport. 

The parcelled drugs had originated from Canada and were destined for an address in Co Clare, a Revenue spokesperson said. 

The seizure is part of ongoing operations “involving organised crime groups and the importation, sale and supply of illegal drugs,” Revenue said.

Investigations into the seizure are ongoing. 

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