Moschato: In the car, he had a pistol, knife, and 7,500 euros
A 33-year-old Greek man was arrested in Moschato after police discovered a pistol, knives, and a significant amount of cash in his vehicle.
On Thursday afternoon, a 33-year-old Greek man was apprehended by police in Moschato after officers, during their patrol, encountered a vehicle driven by him. Upon inspection of the car, authorities uncovered a substantial cache of items including a pistol with a magazine, 10 bullets, two knives, and a total of 7,575 euros in cash. Additionally, there was a replica grenade, two syringes used for drug substances, and three spoons containing drug residues, indicating possible involvement in narcotics-related activities.
The arrest was part of an ongoing effort by the police, specifically the Directorate of Weapons and Narcotics Crimes, to combat illegal possession of firearms and drugs. The suspect faces serious charges related to violations of weapon laws, drug offenses, and money laundering stemming from illegal activities. He is reported to have been cooperative but has not provided insights into the origin of the cash or the purpose of the other items found in the vehicle.
This incident raises concerns about public safety in the area, as the presence of such dangerous items suggests a broader issue of crime in Moschato, a suburb of Athens. Local authorities are likely to increase surveillance and patrol efforts in the community in response, while the case will proceed through the judicial system to address the potential risk posed by individuals engaging in such unlawful behavior.