Three men arrested in connection with €700k Roscommon drug seizure

Gardaí conducted a search operation at a property in Loughglynn on Tuesday. Picture: An Garda Síochána

Gardaí launched an investigation on Tuesday following the seizure of cannabis plants and cannabis herb in Co Roscommon.

As part of Operation Tara, Gardaí conducted a search of a property in Loughglynn at around 3.30pm this afternoon.

The search was part of an ongoing investigation targeting suspected growhouses.

Gardaí discovered a large-scale cannabis cultivation operation at the residence.

Cannabis plants and cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €700,000 was seized. Picture: An Garda Síochána

Cannabis plants and cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €700,000 was seized.

Three men, all aged in their 30s, were arrested at the scene and are currently being detained at Garda stations in Roscommon.

All drugs seized are subject to investigation by Forensic Science Ireland.

Investigations are ongoing.