Man charged after €18k of drugs found in Mayo dwelling

A man in his 30s has been charged under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act with drug possession with intention to sell and supply.

It follows a search of an apartment in Castlebar by members of the Garda Divisional Drug Unit, assisted by local officers.

During the operation gardaí discovered a quantity of cannabis herb valued at €17,970 as well as a small portion of powder amphetamines valued at €222.

Both substances are subject to analysis.

The man was arrested and brought to Castlebar Garda Station before being charged after questioning.

He is due to appear before a sitting of Castlebar District Court tomorrow.