Drugs worth almost €150,000 found in parcels in Westmeath

Revenue has made another significant drugs seizure in Athlone, where drugs worth almost €150,000 were found in parcels yesterday (Thursday).

In a statement about the seizure, a spokesperson said:

"As a result of risk profiling, Revenue officers examining parcels at a premises in Athlone seized over 1.99 kgs of ketamine, 313 grammes of MDMA tablets, 118 grammes of MDMA powder and 31 grammes of cocaine with an estimated value of over €147,500."

The drugs had been contained in parcels which came from the Netherlands and were due to be delivered to addresses in Dublin.

Revenue said investigations into the seizure were ongoing.

If businesses or members of the public have any information regarding drug smuggling, they can contact Revenue in confidence on: 1800 295 295.