Six men found in shipping container refused entry to Ireland

By Jonathan McCambridge, PA

Six men who were among a group of people discovered in a shipping container in Co Wexford have been refused permission to enter Ireland.

The men were found at approximately 10.30am on Monday.

Gardaí said they were alerted to the presence of a number of people inside a shipping container at Rosslare Europort.

Providing an update, a Garda spokesperson said: “Six adult males have been refused leave to land in accordance with immigration legislation.

“One adult male has claimed international protection and will now be processed by the International Protection Office.

“Two males are believed to be minors and are now in the care of Tusla.”

Gardaí have appealed for anyone with information to contact Wexford Garda Station.