Seizure of suspected crystal meth in Dublin 'extremely concerning', say gardaí

It is understood that gardaí were on patrol in the Springfield area of west Tallaght on Thursday morning when they spotted a suspected 'handover' of drugs

The crystal meth was seized by gardaí in Tallaght along with 6.7kgs of cocaine and a firearm. Picture: Garda Press Office

Senior gardaí and local drug agencies have expressed concern after 2kgs of suspected crystal meth was seized in south Dublin.

Local seizures of the highly-addictive drug are rare in Ireland and garda sources explained that 2kgs of the substance is a significant amount.