Four men held in operation targeting crime profits

Gardaí in Dublin have arrested four men during a series of raids this morning as part of a joint operation with customs officers.

Around 30 premises, including private homes, businesses and professional offices, were targeted in the raids between 6am and 9am.

The operation is part of an investigation into revenue irregularity and profits gleaned from criminal activity.

A handgun, a number of vehicles and a quantity of documentation was seized.

The four men arrested in the raids are due to appear before Tallaght District Court later today.