Issue Date: 23/06/2021
As part of surveillance operation carried out, Gardaí have seized €494,000 worth of drugs and €22,450 cash during a search operation in Newbridge, Co. Kildare today Wednesday, 23rd June, 2021.
Gardaí attached to the Detective Unit, in Newbridge obtained a search warrant in relation to stolen property and during the course of the search seized cannabis herb with a street value of €220,000, cannabis resin with a street value of €214,000 and cocaine with a street value of €60,000. All drugs seized will now be sent for analysis.
During the course of the search, the Garda National Dog Unit assisted and located €22,450 cash on surrounding lands.
An Ifor Williams trailer, a single axle caravan and a Consaw were also seized.
One man, 25 years was arrested at the scene and taken to Newbridge Garda station where he is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984.
Investigations ongoing.
Note: Images of this seizure can be found on our social media channels.
