19/04/2013

200 Cannabis Plants Found In Co Kerry

Cannabis plants, with an estimated street value of €160,000, were discovered by gardai in Rathmore, Co Kerry, last night.

Officers from the Kanturk Drug Unit carried out a planned search of a house near the town, uncovering some 200 plants at various stages of growth.

The scene has been sealed and a technical examination is underway.

No arrests were made and the investigation is ongoing.

(H/CD)


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