Woman charged after more than €210k worth of heroin seized in Blackrock

A total of €210,000 worth of heroin was allegedly seized in Blackrock and now a woman facing a dealing charge in relation to the 1.5 kilos of the drug has been remanded in custody until October 22.

Solicitor Diane Hallahan said the accused woman was consenting to a four-week remand in custody while directions are sought from the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Detective Garda James Byrd said it was alleged that 1.5 kilos of heroin with a street value of €210,000 was seized on September 2.

Sandra Byrne, aged 43, of Upper Convent Rd in Blackrock, is charged with possession of diamorphine.

She is additionally charged with money-laundering in respect of €12,980 cash, which was found in a laundry basket.

Detective Garda Linda O’Keeffe objected to bail being granted to Ms Byrne.

As well as alleged involvement in the drugs transaction, it was alleged that her house in Blackrock was searched and that €12,980 cash was found concealed under clothes in a laundry basket.

Det Garda O’Keeffe testified: “She now has a substantial drug debt to repay and I have no doubt Sandra Byrne will continue with drug activities.”

Her solicitor said the seized material had yet to be forensically examined.

Det Garda O’Keeffe said she was satisfied from the appearance and packaging that what was seized was diamorphine.