BREAKING: €1.9 Million Drug Bust Leads to Arrest on Kilkenny Border

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24 August, 2025

BREAKING: A major drug bust has just taken place in New Ross, County Wexford, with authorities seizing approximately €1.9 million worth of controlled substances. This operation, part of the ongoing Operation Tara, was executed by the Wexford Crime Unit on Friday, October 20, 2023.

The operation unfolded rapidly, with gardaí conducting a search of a premises that led to the significant seizure. A man, aged in his 40s, has been arrested in connection with this operation and is currently being detained under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act, 1996 at a nearby garda station.

Authorities confirm that the seized drugs will undergo further analysis to determine their exact nature and potential implications. The swift action by law enforcement underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in the region and aims to disrupt the operations of organized crime.

As investigations continue, local residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. The outcome of this operation could have far-reaching effects on public safety and community health in the area.

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