Gardaí foil prison drug smuggling operation
A major operation by Gardaí has disrupted a criminal network smuggling drugs and contraband into Irish prisons. Two men were detained in Dublin as part of an ongoing investigation into prison smuggling rings.
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An Garda Síochána
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A significant operation by detectives from Crime South, based at Lucan and Ronanstown stations, has led to the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement in a criminal network smuggling controlled substances and contraband into prison facilities. The arrests followed extensive intelligence-led investigations and took place this morning, Monday 28th September 2026.
The two men, aged in their 30s and 40s, were detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at stations within the Dublin Metropolitan Region. Their arrests bring the total number of people detained so far in this investigation to six. Authorities have confirmed that inquiries remain active, with further developments expected as evidence is gathered and analysed.
Gardaí have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that may be linked to prison smuggling operations. Those with information are advised to contact their local Garda station or use the confidential Crimecall service. The investigation highlights the ongoing efforts to disrupt organised crime networks attempting to exploit prison security gaps.
The two men, aged in their 30s and 40s, were detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984 at stations within the Dublin Metropolitan Region. Their arrests bring the total number of people detained so far in this investigation to six. Authorities have confirmed that inquiries remain active, with further developments expected as evidence is gathered and analysed.
Gardaí have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity that may be linked to prison smuggling operations. Those with information are advised to contact their local Garda station or use the confidential Crimecall service. The investigation highlights the ongoing efforts to disrupt organised crime networks attempting to exploit prison security gaps.
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