A number of properties in Roscommon were searched over the weekend in an investigation into human trafficking and Labour exploitation. Three men in their 30s and 40s were arrested as part of the investigation in Cork, with follow on searches conducted in five locations in Cork and two in Roscommon. Over 100 Gardaí were involved in the operations in both counties led by detectives from the Divisional Protective Service Unit and supported by uniform and plain clothes Gardaí, the Garda Dog Unit, the Armed Support Unit, and Crime Scene Unit.
Gardaí are investigating the activities of an Organised Crime Group with Eastern European connection, involved in the alleged trafficking of persons into Ireland for the purpose of labour exploitation. An Garda Síochána is appealing to any person who may be the victim of Human Trafficking or labour exploitation or who has knowledge of it, to contact their local Garda station or to call the Garda Confidential Phone Number 1800 666 111.
