'The investigation is continuing with the help of international law enforcement agencies'

It's understood the drugs were flown into the country.

Local gardaí are using the incidents to remind motorists that driving while intoxicated risks your life and the lives of other road-users.

The driver tested positive for both cocaine and cannabis.

Their vehicles were also taken off the road.

On Wednesday, local Gardaí intercepted a car travelling northbound on the M3.

A man in his 30s was arrested and taken to Bailieborough Garda Station for questioning.