Gardaí report rise in drug offences in Cork

A total of six people were arrested for drugs offences last week alone in Cork and gardaí are now calling on the public to report to them whenever they see suspected drug use or drug dealing on the streets.

By Eoin English and Liz Dunphy

Gardaí in Cork have recorded a 36% increase in arrests for drug supply and a 25% increase in arrests for drug possession this month compared to last month.