Attempted drug-trafficking for Sinaloa cartel saw Ballyseedy garden centre boss lose his livelihood and freedom
Kerry businessman Nathan McDonnell, once known for his successful Ballyseedy Garden Centre and lavish lifestyle, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for drug trafficking, involving a €32 million crystal meth shipment for the Sinaloa cartel. His arrest and conviction led to the collapse of his business and reputation, revealing a secret life driven by financial pressures. Despite his involvement with the cartel, some remember him as a decent individual. The case exposed his role in an international drug smuggling operation, shocking the local community and costing his family their business.
