Gardaí have launched an investigation after a eight migrants were found on board a cargo ship in Waterford.
They arrived at Belview Port earlier today.
The eight men were hiding on the ship - which was travelling from France to Ireland - and were discovered by crew members.
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They are all believed to be from Eastern Europe, and are said to be in good medical condition.
In a statement, gardaí said: "Garda Immigration Officers attached to Waterford Garda Station are currently dealing with the males and they will be processed under the immigration law.
"An Garda Síochána continue to investigate all the circumstances of this incident."
