200k of cannabis plants seized in west cavan

Gardaí in Cavan have seized 300 cannabis plants in West Cavan believed to be worth in the region of €200,000. 

A Garda spokesperson confirmed to the Celt that they searched a premises in the Mullanwary area, Ballyconnell yesterday evening (Tuesday) between 7-8pm where they made the find.

No arrests have been made as of yet.

The discovery resulted from an on-going intelligence-led operations targeting the sale and supply of drugs in the Cavan area. The scene is currently being preserved for technical examination.

A Garda spokesperson said: 'These operations use advanced analytical and intelligence methods to disrupt criminals and dismantle their networks. Drug seizures play a critical role in targeting the livelihood of criminals and reducing their ability to carry out illegal activities.

'Drug seizures also help protect communities from the devastating impact of drugs and the associated criminality.'