Stop, Search, Seize

The documentary tracks Ireland’s border force officers as they confront organised smuggling gangs operating across the island’s frontiers. Their mission is to intercept illicit shipments of drugs, cash, firearms and vehicles, highlighting the daily challenges and tactics used to protect the border.

This programme is a documentary episode that tracks the daily duties of officers serving on Ireland’s border. It presents a factual look at the work carried out by the border force, giving viewers a clear sense of what the service entails. The core of the film follows these officers as they confront organised smuggling gangs. Their mission centres on intercepting illegal shipments that aim to bring drugs, cash, firearms and vehicles across the frontier. By shadowing the teams in action, the documentary shows how they strive to halt the flow of these contraband items. Throughout the episode, the camera stays with the officers, highlighting the practical steps they take to disrupt the smuggling operations. The focus remains on their efforts to protect the border from organised crime, illustrating the challenges they face while attempting to keep drugs, money, guns and cars out of the country.