Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 November 2004
411 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position regarding the recent drugs seizures (details supplied) in the Clontarf area; the further position regarding seizures in the Raheny and Clontarf Garda districts in the past year and other recent figures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26873/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that responsibility for policing the J district, which comprises the stations of Raheny, Clontarf — incorporating the Clontarf postal area — and Howth, rests with the superintendent who is based in Raheny station.
In the J district there is a divisional drugs unit based in Clontarf station, consisting of one sergeant and five gardaí, who deal with drugs issues in the area. This local unit links in with the Garda national drug unit, as appropriate. Details of drugs seizures in the district since 1 January, 2004 are as follows:
|
Drug Type |
Quantity |
Value |
|
€ |
||
|
Cannabis Resin |
70.91 kgs |
496,370 |
|
Cocaine |
411.21 grams |
28,785 |
|
Ecstasy |
16,464 tablets |
164,640 |
|
Heroin |
6.0025 kgs |
1,200,500 |
These amounts include the recent seizures made on the weekend of 23 and 24 October, 2004.
