Investigations ongoing in Mayo after series of drug seizures

Gardaí in Mayo have today confirmed that investigations are continuing following a significant seizure of drugs during a series of house searches in Castlebar, Westport and Ballina over recent days.

A dwelling in the county town was searched during which cannabis herb, with an estimated worth of close to €2,000, was recovered.

During the search of a residence in Ballina, a number of cannabis plants, cannabis herb and a small quantity of cocaine was recovered, with an estimated street value in excess of €13,300.

A man has been arrested and a file sent to the DPP.

A swoop was made on two other houses in the Castlebar in which further quantities of cannabis herb were seized.

Finally, during a search of a dwelling in the Westport area, cannabis herb with a value of €500 was recovered.

A garda spokesperson said investigations are ongoing.