West Cork woman, 60, 'an unusual type of person' to appear before court on drugs charge

Defendant had been treated for cancer and suffered from mental health issues and used cannabis for pain relief, court told

Defendant pleaded guilty to possession of the drug for sale or supply.

A 60-year-old woman who was the the subject of a search warrant executed by the county drug squad has admitted possession of illegal drugs for sale or supply.

Sergeant Tom Mulcahy told Skibbereen District Court a warrant was obtained to search the home of Eilish Hayes at Newbridge Park, Skibbereen, Co Cork, on January 9, 2026, and the search was carried out at 7.30pm.