Mayo search in crackdown on illegal vapes and cannabis-based products

AS part of an ongoing operation targeting an organised crime group involved in the sale and supply of illegal vapes and cannabis products throughout the country, the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau (GNDOCB) searched properties in Longford, Mayo, Roscommon, Wexford and Carlow on Wednesday.

Seizures totalling more than €3 million were made during the operation.

More than 100 gardaí attached to GNDOCB, national specialist units and other units in those counties were involved in the searches.

Illegal vapes and cannabis-based products with an estimated street value totalling more than €3 million were seized, along with more than €235,000 in cash, £3,000 in sterling, $3,500 in US dollars and a number of high-value vehicles.

No arrests have been made at this time.

The seized products will be sent to Forensic Science Ireland (FSI) for analysis.

Investigations are ongoing.