Cannabis worth €2.8 million seized at Rosslare Europort

The drugs were discovered concealed within a consignment of vegetables.

ALMOST 140KGS OF cannabis, with an estimated value of €2.8 million, has been seized at Rosslare Europort today.

The seizure was made this evening by Revenue officers after they stopped and searched a Spanish registered articulated lorry and trailer that had arrived on a ferry from Cherbourg, France.

In a statement from Revenue this evening, the drugs were discovered concealed within a consignment of vegetables.

A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the seizure and is currently being held in Wexford Garda Station.

Revenue have said that investigations are ongoing.

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

For the price of one cup of coffee each week you can make sure we can keep reliable, meaningful news open to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.

Support us Learn More

Cannabis worth €2.8 million seized at Rosslare Europort

Making a difference

A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Leave a commentcancel