A 55-year-old Turkish national was apprehended near Alexandroupolis, Greece, on charges of importing and possessing a large cache of weapons and ammunition for criminal purposes. Following the rescue of his drifting motorboat, authorities discovered the extensive arsenal, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Central Port Authority.
Tag: weapon smuggling
In a dramatic chase through the narrow streets of central Athens, Greek police apprehended a Turkish national and recovered two firearms. The pursuit, which involved a collision with parked vehicles, ended with a foot chase and subsequent arrests. The case, currently under the jurisdiction of the Greek FBI, is being closely examined for potential connections to previous criminal activities. Concerns have been raised about the origin of the weapons, reportedly of Turkish manufacture, and their entry into Greece through suspected trafficking networks.