Two men are facing charges after a major drug bust in Kildare, where authorities confiscated €5 million worth of cocaine, marking a critical win against organized crime.
€5 Million Cocaine Bust in Kildare Leads to Arrests of Two Men
€5 Million Cocaine Bust in Kildare Leads to Arrests of Two Men
Authorities seize 72 kilos of cocaine linked to an organized crime group in a significant operation in County Kildare.
In a coordinated effort, gardaí (Irish police) conducted a stop and search operation in the Allenwood area on Wednesday, which led to the seizure of roughly 72kg of cocaine. The ensuing investigation resulted in the arrest of two men in their 50s and 60s, believed to have been involved in facilitating drug distribution networks for an organized crime group. Following their arrest, the men have been charged and are set to appear before Naas District Court on Thursday.
Assistant Commissioner Angela Willis of the Organised and Serious Crime unit remarked on the drug bust, labeling it as a "significant seizure of cocaine destined for the Irish market." She emphasized An Garda Síochána's unwavering commitment, alongside law enforcement partners, to combat drug-related organized crime that poses threats of harm, intimidation, and violence throughout communities across the nation.
Assistant Commissioner Angela Willis of the Organised and Serious Crime unit remarked on the drug bust, labeling it as a "significant seizure of cocaine destined for the Irish market." She emphasized An Garda Síochána's unwavering commitment, alongside law enforcement partners, to combat drug-related organized crime that poses threats of harm, intimidation, and violence throughout communities across the nation.
