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Massive drugs operation dismantled after Garda raids in Midlands on New Year's Eve
A massive drugs operation has been dismantled after a number of Garda raids in the Midlands on New Year's Eve.
As part of an ongoing investigation targeting the sale and supply of drugs in the area, Gardaí carried out a search under warrant of two residential properties in Ballynagore, Co. Westmeath on Wednesday, December 31.
During the course of these searches, sophisticated growhouse operations were discovered within the properties and Gardaí seized cannabis plants with the estimated value of €500,000. Gardaí also seized cannabis herb with a total estimated value of €1.75 million in both properties.
This operation was conducted by Gardaí from the Westmeath Community Engagement Area, Divisional Drugs Unit, Mullingar Crime Unit and the Regional Support Unit.
Both scenes were preserved for technical examination which has been completed.
The seized drugs will be sent to Forensic Science Ireland for further analysis.
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