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Man (30s) arrested in connection with human trafficking investigation

The man was arrested during the course of a search and arrest operation in Co Galway today.

A MAN HAS been arrested in connection with a human trafficking investigation.

Gardaí carried out a search and arrest operation in Co Galway today as part of continuing investigations into human trafficking and related criminal activity.

During the course of the operation, a man, aged in his 30s, was arrested.

He is currently detained at Mullingar Garda Station under Section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1996.

A garda spokesperson said that the investigation is ongoing and further updates will follow.

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