Man arrested following €3.2m suspected cocaine seizure in Clondalkin

GARDAI have seized approximately €3.2 million worth of suspected cocaine and arrested one male as part of an investigation into the sale and supply of drugs in the Clondalkin area.

At approximately 7pm on Sunday (August 21), gardai attached to the Ronanstown District Drugs Unit and Detective Unit, conducted a search operation at a residence in Clondalkin.

During the course of the search, gardai located and seized over 40 blocks of suspected cocaine.

The estimated street value of the seized drugs is approximately €3.2 million, pending analysis.

Gardai also seized drug paraphernalia and cash to the value of €21,500 during the course of the search.

One male, aged in his late 30s, was arrested and taken to Lucan Garda Station where he is currently detained under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Act.

A garda spokesperson said investigations are ongoing.