Cancer Society believes Ireland a 'target' for organised crime

The Irish Cancer Society has congratulated Gardaí and Customs Officers in the wake of another massive cigarette haul, but believes Ireland is a "target" for organised crime.

Sat, 10 Jul, 2010 - 16:26

The Irish Cancer Society has congratulated Gardaí and Customs Officers in the wake of another massive cigarette haul, but believes Ireland is a "target" for organised crime.

Eight million smuggled cigarettes with a retail value of around €3m, were seized in Ashbourne, Co. Meath last night.

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