Andrew Pender jailed for 15 years over Dublin drug trafficking and money laundering

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Andrew Pender, 52, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking and money laundering. Judge Orla Crowe refused to suspend any part of the term.

Gardaí found almost €9 million worth of drugs and more than €1 million in cash during the investigation. The operation involved vehicles with hidden compartments, a rented shipping container and a stolen Garda uniform. The court also ordered the seized drugs, cash, vehicles and container forfeited to the State.