Feb 7 • 13:48 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece Proto Thema

Ano Liosia: 66-year-old arrested with drugs, weapons, and ammunition

A 66-year-old man was arrested in Ano Liosia, Greece, for possession of drugs, weapons, and ammunition, with prior investigations confirming his criminal activities.

On February 6th, police in Ano Liosia, a suburb of Athens, arrested a 66-year-old man following a thorough investigation into suspected drug and weapons possession. The arrest was the result of the Drug Enforcement Subdivision's effective use of informational resources, which led to the verification of the suspect's criminal activities through corroborated intelligence and profiling.

Upon their arrival at the suspect's residence, officers found a substantial cache of narcotics, firearms, and ammunition. In addition to these illicit substances and weapons, it was discovered that the suspect had set up six surveillance cameras outside of his home, indicating a potential awareness of ongoing surveillance by law enforcement and an intention to monitor his surroundings closely.

The man now faces serious charges, including drug possession, violence against officials, and breaches of weapons and personal data laws. This incident reflects ongoing challenges in addressing drug-related crime and illegal arms possession in the region, highlighting the necessity for continued vigilance and law enforcement efforts to combat these issues effectively.

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