Garda operation finds 'significant number' of illegal immigrants working in Meath premises

The operation is part of a wider investigation into human trafficking targeting those involved in facilitating illegal immigration into Ireland.

Investigations are ongoing. Picture Denis Minihane.

A large multi-agency Garda operation has found a number of illegal immigrants employed at a commercial business in Co Meath.

The Garda National Immigration Bureau, working alongside other departments, carried out a search operation at the premises on Wednesday.