As part of Operation Tara, Gardaí in Waterford carried out two searches of domestic residences yesterday (Wednesday).

During the search of a property in Tramore, Gardaí from the County and City Crime and Drugs Units seized approximately 780g of suspected cocaine valued at €54,600 along with 1kg of cannabis valued at €20,000.

Gardaí carried out a follow-up search at a property in Waterford City where they seized approximately 10kg of suspected cocaine valued at €700,000 and cash.

Two men, aged in their 20s and 50s, were arrested and detained at Garda Stations in the Waterford–Kilkenny Division under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking Act) 1996.

The drugs seized have been sent to Forensic Science Ireland for analysis.

Investigations are ongoing.

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