Five men and one woman have been arrested in a major operation targeting organised crime ran by Gardaí.

A major search and arrest operation is being carried out in west Dublin, this morning, Saturday February 15th, targeting an organised crime group operating in the area.

The operation involves over 100 Garda personnel, led by Detectives and Uniform Units from Blanchardstown Garda Station.

Houses in the Dublin 15 area have been entered under warrant and are currently being searched.

Five men - four aged in their 20s and one in his 40s - have been arrested and are currently held at Garda Stations in west Dublin.

A woman in her 30s has also been arrested.

Speaking about this morning’s operation Chief Superintendent Michael McNulty, Blanchardstown Garda station said: "This mornings’ operation is directly targeting the activities of an organised criminal gang in West Dublin.

"In An Garda Síochána, we understand the impact that organised crime has on our neighbourhoods and communities.

"Our commitment to tackling these threats remains steadfast, and this operation is a clear demonstration of our intent and determination to keep people safe”.

Searches are ongoing.

Irish Garda police lamp sign. Image: Alamy