As a result of an ongoing operation by Gardaí from Ballygar and Ballinasloe in Co Galway a search was carried out on a house at Bornacurra, Ballygar, Co Galway this afternoon (5/9/14)
During the course of the search Gardaí discovered a quantity of cannabis plants and cannabis growing paraphernalia with an estimated street value of €200,000 (subject to analysis)
Four men were arrested at the scene (27yrs, 31yrs, 34yrs & 52yrs) they are detained at Loughrea and Ballinasloe Garda Stations under the provisions of Section 2 – Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996.
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.
