Cannabis plants worth over €195,000 seized in Arva, Co. Cavan

placeholder image — A photograph of the growhouse in Arva.

Gardaí have arrested two men (aged in their 20s) and seized over €195,000 in cannabis plants following searches in Cavan on Thursday, 16th November 2023.

The operation was carried out with a number of local units including the Armed Support Unit and Garda Dog Unit.

Following a search of a residence in Arva, Co.Cavan a growhouse was discovered by Gardaí. 244 Cannabis plants were seized with an estimated value of €195,200.

Follow up searches were carried out at a number of other locations in Cavan which resulted in a €2,000 seizure of cannabis herb along with €2,750 in cash.

The drugs will now undergo further analysis with Forensic Science Ireland.

Another image of the growhouse in Cavan. Photos: An Garda Siochana.