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"Elaborate" cannabis growhouse uncovered in Longford bathroom

A 19-year-old man is in court this morning in connection with the drug seizure.

A 19-YEAR-OLD MAN is due in court this morning after gardaí discovered an “elaborate” cannabis growhouse in Longford.

Cannabis plants worth an estimated €112,000 were seized at the house in Prospect Woods at around 10pm last night after gardaí raided the property. Some of the drugs were found in a bathroom in the house.

The operation was part of an ongoing investigation into drug dealing in Longford.

The 19-year-old was arrested at the scene and is due to appear before Athlone District Court this morning charged in connection with the seizure.

cannabis More of the plants discovered in the house.

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