39 properties were searched under warrant in north Dublin this morning as part of a major garda operation.
The operation, which is still ongoing, is targeting crime gangs in the Coolock and Raheny areas. Organised searches under warrant of 39 properties commenced this morning as part of investigations into the activity of a number of organised criminal gangs operating nationwide.
The gangs are suspected as being involved in organised crimes including burglaries (nationwide), drug trafficking, counterfeiting, theft and other property crimes.
Over 150 Garda members from the DMR North, Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau, Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Garda National Economic Crime Bureau, Operational Support including the Garda Dog Unit, Armed Support Unit are involved in the operation, with additional support provided by the Garda National Public Order Unit.
Over 150 Garda members are involved in the operation
(Image: Garda Press Office)
A garda spokesperson said: “The operation remains ongoing.”
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