Two men have been arrested after €1.4 million in cocaine was recovered and seized in Blanchardstown, Dublin.

In an ongoing investigation targeting organised crime activity, personnel attached to the Garda National Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau intercepted two cars shortly before 5.00pm in the Blanchardstown area of West Dublin.

20 kilos of cocaine, valued at €1.4 million, and €15,000 in cash was recovered and seized.

Cocaine and cash seized by Gardaí. Image: Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau

Two men, aged 53 and 49 years old, were arrested and are being held at a Dublin Garda station.

Investigations are ongoing.

Irish Garda police lamp sign. Image: Alamy