Man charged after €50k drug seizure in Cork raid

A man in his 30s was charged after Gardaí seized €50,000 worth of drugs in a Togher property raid.

Man charged after €50k drug seizure in Cork raid

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Gardaí in Cork city seized approximately €50,000 worth of controlled substances during a raid on a property in the Togher area on Friday, 22 May 2026. The operation was carried out by local drugs unit officers.

A man in his 30s was arrested at the scene and taken to a Garda station in Cork, where he was detained under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996. He has since been charged with possession of drugs for sale or supply.

The suspect appeared before Cork District Court on Saturday, 23 May 2026, where he was remanded in custody. Gardaí confirmed that the drugs seized included cannabis and cocaine, with an estimated street value of €50,000.

Investigations are ongoing, and Gardaí have appealed for anyone with information to contact them.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What drugs were seized in the Cork raid?

Gardaí seized cannabis and cocaine with an estimated street value of €50,000.

What charges does the suspect face?

The man in his 30s has been charged with possession of drugs for sale or supply.

When did the raid and court appearance occur?

The raid occurred on 22 May 2026, and the suspect appeared in court on 23 May 2026.

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