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  1. crimeUpdate (1) High Impact Search Operation targeting Criminal Activity in Cork City- 2nd September 2026
  2. planningPlanning application received: The Retention of two bin storage structures within the existing public
  3. planningPlanning application received: Planning Permission for amendments to the development previous permitt
  4. planningPlanning application received: Planning Permission for the construction of a new front prch, The re
  5. planningPlanning application received: Permission for a single story pitched roof extension to front of dwell
  6. planningPlanning invalid application: a single story pitched roof extension to front of dwelling and a new p
  7. planningPlanning application received: The construction of 14 no. apartments (6 no. 2-Bed units and 8 no. 1-B
  8. planningPlanning application received: The proposed development will consist of the erection of 4no. high-lev
  9. planningPlanning grant permission: Permission for development at a site of 0.58 Ha in Oldtown, north-west
  10. planningPlanning grant permission: The proposed works will consist of the following (1) Alterations to th
  11. planningPlanning application received: Retention permission of a 2m high boundary palisade fence and gate, ad
  12. planningPlanning grant permission: Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III) Development The installation

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Update (1) High Impact Search Operation targeting Criminal Activity in Cork City- 2nd September 2026

Gardaí conducted a high-impact search operation targeting criminal activity in Cork City on 2 September 2026. The operation involved multiple units and agencies, including the Armed Support Unit, Dog Unit, and Serious Crime Investigation Units. Searches were conducted at six properties in the Mahon area, resulting in the seizure of €6000 in cash, €1000 of suspected heroin, €600 of suspected crack cocaine, and various weapons and vehicles. The NSPCA seized 10 dogs, 1 pony, and 1 horse. A male in his 20s was arrested and is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984. Investigations are ongoing.

02 Sep 2026 · An Garda Síochána
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