Sudden death at Cork apartment led to discovery of cannabis plants

Cannabis plants which were being grown at the time had a potential street value of €4,000. And cannabis herb was found to have a street value of €4,400.

 Gardaí were called to investigate the sudden death of a young man at an apartment in Cork and while present at the property they found evidence of cannabis growing and dealing.

The man, who has now been sentenced on cultivation and dealing charges, called the emergency services to his home because of his concerns for his friend who had taken ill and later died.