€1 million cocaine haul leads to arrest in Wexford
An Garda Síochána conducted a targeted operation resulting in the seizure of cocaine worth approximately €1 million. The arrest took place at a property in Ardcavan, Wexford, as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt drug trafficking networks.
On Sunday, 8 November 2026, An Garda Síochána executed a search warrant at a residence in Ardcavan, Wexford, under Section 26 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977/84. This action formed part of an intelligence-led operation coordinated by the Eastern Regional Intelligence Unit alongside the Wexford Drug and Detective Unit.
The search uncovered 10 kilograms of cocaine, estimated to be worth around €1 million. Following the discovery, Gardaí declared the location a crime scene and preserved it for further examination.
A man was taken into custody on suspicion of an offence under Section 15 of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977/1984. He is currently detained under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996 as investigations continue.
This significant seizure highlights the ongoing commitment of An Garda Síochána to combat drug trafficking and maintain community safety in the region.