Issue Date: 1st November 2022
As part of Operation Tara, Gardaí in Cork seized drugs valued in excess of €100,000 and arrested two men following a search in Cobh, Co.Cork on Monday evening, 31st October, 2022.
Gardaí conducted the search just before 9pm. Cocaine estimated to be worth €90,580 and cannabis valued at €10,240 was seized by Gardaí along with €2,100 in cash.
Two men, both aged in their 30s, were arrested at the scene and later taken to Cobh Garda Station where they are currently detained under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Act (Drug Trafficking), 1996.
The drugs seized will now be sent to undergo further analysis.
Investigations ongoing.