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07 Dec 2025

Gardaí seize over €200k of cannabis in major operation

The man (aged in his 40s) has been charged

Gardaí seize over €200k of cannabis in major operation

As part of ongoing investigations into the sale and distribution of drugs, gardaí in Co Galway arrested a man and seized €278,000 in cannabis plants and herb on Thursday, September 12.

A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána said: "During the search of a residence in Indreabhán, a growhouse was discovered containing 260 cannabis plants – with an estimated value of €208,000 – along with dried cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €70,000.

"The drugs will now undergo further analysis with Forensic Science Ireland.

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"The operation was carried out by the Galway Divisional Drugs Unit assistance from the Armed Support Unit.

"The man (aged in his 40s) has been charged and is due to appear before a special sitting of Galway District Court at 6.30pm this evening."

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