Suspected €100,000 cannabis discovery in Newbridge, County Kildare

A Newbridge resident was accused of storing what gardaí believe to be a large amount of cannabis at his home.

Patrick O' Halloran, with an address listed as 2687 Dara Park in Newbridge, was accused of storing the drugs at his home on December 21 last.

Judge Desmond Zaidan was informed by gardaí on Thursday, January 12, that the 62-year-old stored €80,000 worth of suspected cannabis in the hot press of his home.

Gardaí also claimed that they found a further €20,000 worth of suspected cannabis in his kitchen.

In addition, gardaí allegedly found €32,000 in cash and around €6,000 of suspected diamorphine, which Garda Sergeant Brian Jacob alleged was heroin.

Sgt Jacob also said that a money-laundering charge against Mr O' Halloran is being considered in the case.

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JUDGE'S WORRIES

Upon being told about the details of the discovery, as well as the man's personal history, Judge Zaidan said: "I am concerned that this man is potentially, allegedly, being taken advantage of by other people."

He remanded Mr O' Halloran on continuing bail until the case returns to court on June 15,

Directions from the Director of Public Prosecutions are expected on this date, in addition to a certificate of analysis for the suspected drugs found.