A coordinated Day of Action took place in Edenderry today, led by Offaly Community Engagement in collaboration with the Edenderry Detective Unit and the Offaly Drugs Unit.

During the operation, five premises were searched under Misuse of Drugs legislation. Gardaí detected three incidents involving the sale and supply of cannabis and cocaine, with drugs valued at approximately €1,000, along with cash and drug paraphernalia, seized.

Multi-agency checkpoints were also established throughout the area, resulting in the seizure of three vehicles under Section 41 of the Road Traffic Act for having no insurance or tax. Multiple Fixed Charge Notices were issued for various road traffic offences.

In addition, three individuals were arrested on bench warrants and brought before the courts. Another individual was arrested in connection with a burglary and was detained for questioning.

High-visibility foot and mobile patrols were also carried out in Edenderry Town Centre as part of the operation.

Source: An Garda Síochána Laois/Offaly