significant Drug Seizure at Rosslare europort Leads to Arrest, Ongoing Investigation
Rosslare, Co. Wexford, Ireland – November 28, 2025 – A man in his 40s is currently being detained by Gardaí in co. wexford following the seizure of a considerable quantity of illicit drugs at Rosslare Europort on Thursday. the operation, conducted by Revenue Officers, resulted in the discovery of both cocaine and cannabis resin with a combined estimated value of €2.4 million.
Revenue officials intercepted a vehicle disembarking from a ferry, leading to the discovery of 204kg of suspected cannabis resin, valued at approximately €1.2 million. Further investigation revealed an additional €1.2 million worth of cocaine. https://www.revenue.ie/en/
The arrested individual is being held under Section 2 of the Criminal justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996, which allows for detention for a period of up to seven days while investigations are conducted. https://www.irishstatutebook.ie/1996/en/act/pub/19960029/
gardaí have confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the inquiry progresses.This seizure represents a significant disruption to organized crime efforts to import illegal narcotics into Ireland.
“Revenue’s ongoing commitment to tackling drug trafficking is evident in this substantial seizure,” stated a Revenue spokesperson. “We work closely with An Garda Síochána to prevent the importation of harmful substances and bring those involved to justice.”
The Gardaí are appealing to anyone with facts that might assist with the investigation to come forward.Information can be provided confidentially through the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111 or at any Garda station.https://www.garda.ie/en/contact-us/garda-confidential-line.html
Keywords: Drug Trafficking, Rosslare europort, Gardaí, Revenue, Cocaine, Cannabis Resin, Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996, Ireland, Drug Seizure, Wexford.
Secondary Keywords: Illegal Narcotics, organized Crime, Ferry Interception, Drug Enforcement, garda Investigation, Revenue Customs, Border control, Irish Law.