Criminal Assets Bureau seize cash and gold coins following raids on Cork properties

The Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB), assisted by local Gardaí conducted a search operation in Cork city and county this morning.

Searches were conducted at one residential premises in West Cork and two business premises in Cork City.

The CAB investigation follows an extensive Fraud Investigation conducted by local Gardaí in West Cork centering on fraudulent claims in excess of €3.5 million made under the Drug Refund Scheme.

Approximately €150,000 in cash (including euros, sterling, dollars and foreign currencies) was seized along with a quantity of gold and silver coins (including South African Krugerrand coins). 

A number of safes are currently being searched and updates will be provided.

A quantity of documents (including title deeds for properties), computer devices, etc. are being examined by investigating officers.

No arrests have been made at this stage and the investigations is ongoing.