As part of on-going intelligence-led operations targeting the sale and supply of drugs, Gardai at Mallow have seized Drugs and made an arrest.
Gardai from the Mallow District Drug Unit stopped a car at Rockchapel, Mallow, Co. Cork at approximately 7.30pm yesterday. Cocaine (pending analysis) with an estimated street value of up to €44,000 was discovered in the car and the 19 year old male driver arrested.
The male is currently detained under the provisions of Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996 at Mallow Garda Station.
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.
