Interpol team in Ireland to assist with cocaine investigation

A joint Garda, Defence Forces, and Customs operation resulted in a dramatic military storming of a bulk cargo vessel, the MV Matthew, in Irish waters last Tuesday. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

A specialist International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) investigation squad has flown into Ireland to assist gardaí in a sprawling investigation into last week’s interception of a ‘cartel mothership’ in Irish waters.

The five-strong unit brings with it financial, technical, maritime, and drug-investigation expertise.