Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2005
33 Mr. O’Shea asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the progress made with regard to the Garda investigation into the major money laundering operation uncovered earlier in 2005; if a file has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16134/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that the Garda investigation, which is extensive both within and outside the jurisdiction, remains ongoing and active. Upon completion, a file will be submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
All possible avenues of information that might assist in furthering the case are being explored, and a key focus is the links between the money seized and the robbery of the Northern Bank in December 2004.
As the Garda investigation remains ongoing, I do not consider that further, detailed comment on the matter would be appropriate.
