Men accused over Ballyseedy Garden Centre crystal meth haul further remanded in custody

Solicitor says bail application for James Leen being heard in High Court, while Nathan McDonnell appealing refusal of his bidNathan McDonnell and James Leen were arrested in connection with the discovery 543kg of crystal meth, with an estimated value of €32.8 million, in a container in the Port of Cork.

James Leen , of Pilgrim Hill, Kilmorna, Listowel, is charged with the same offence. Mr Leen is further charged that, on October 16th, 2023, at Cork Port, Ringaskiddy, he did import methylamphetamine with a value of €13,000 or more. He made no reply when charged with the offences, the court previously heard.

The men first appeared before the court on February 23rd last and have been remanded in custody since, appearing via video link at regular intervals. Sgt Chris Manton told Judge Mark O’Connell a further two-week remand was being sought. Judge Mark O’Connell asked if the books of evidence would be ready in two weeks and Sgt Manton replied that it was “highly unlikely” they would be. The judge remanded both men in custody to appear via video link on April 24th.

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