Philip Lawless jailed for drug possession in €3m case

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Philip Lawless was jailed for eight and a half years, with the final 18 months suspended, for possession of drugs for sale or supply at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court; the report was published on 18 December 2024.

The drugs were found at two Dublin locations on 3 April 2024, and the operation involved more than €3.18 million worth of cannabis and cocaine.

Judge Dara Hayes said Lawless had a directing role. He must engage with the Probation Service for 18 months after his release.