Dramatic footage of Ireland's biggest cocaine seizure released, after eight men sentenced to 129 years for smuggling
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Revenue is currently focused on selling MV Matthew as storage costs have surpassed €9 million. Dramatic footage revealing the operation that resulted in the seizure of Ireland's largest drugs haul has been publicly released. This operation led to the confiscation of 2.2 tonnes of cocaine, valued at €157 million, in September 2023. Following these events, eight men have received sentences related to this major drug trafficking case.
The cost of storing MV Matthew has exceeded €9 million, prompting Revenue to work on the vessel’s sale.
Dramatic footage showing the daring operation that led to Ireland's largest drugs seizure onboard a container ship has been made public.
Eight men were sentenced following the seizure of 2.2 tonnes of cocaine valued at €157 million in September 2023.
The operation showcased the successful efforts of authorities in combating drug trafficking in Ireland.
Read at Irish Independent
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