Man accused of trying to bring €2k worth of drugs into Cork Prison

It was alleged that this person was in possession of heroin with a street value of €1,800 and cannabis worth €239

It is alleged that the man was visiting Cork Prison and was trying to get the drugs to a particular person who was in custody at that time over three years ago. File picture: Eddie O'Hare

A 49-year-old Waterford man faces charges in relation to allegations that he tried to convey a stash of €1,800 worth of heroin and a smaller quantity of cannabis into Cork Prison.

Paul O’Neill of 70 Ard Na Greinne, Waterford, appeared at Cork District Court in relation to the allegations.