Eight people discovered in shipping container at Rosslare Port

Three adults and five children were discovered.

EIGHT PEOPLE HAVE been discovered at Rosslare port this afternoon.

Gardaí have confirmed that the three adults and five children were found in a shipping container.

The matter is currently a live investigation.

All eight are alive and well.

The eight are expected to apply for asylum here.

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