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Peloponnese police operation leads to 19 arrests across five prefectures

A large-scale police operation conducted across the Peloponnese region on September 24 resulted in 19 arrests and 44 individuals being brought before authorities. The operation, organized by the General Regional Police Directorate of Peloponnese, spanned the prefectures of Argolis, Arcadia, Corinthia, Laconia, and Messenia.

During the crackdown, police inspected 768 individuals—comprising 680 locals and 88 foreigners—and 614 vehicles. The enforcement actions led to 212 traffic violations and one vehicle impoundment. Authorities also seized small quantities of cannabis in Argolis, Corinthia, and Messenia.

Specific arrests included drug offenses, theft of electricity, violations of health regulations, and withholding identity documents. Several foreign nationals were also detained for illegal residence, triggering administrative deportation processes.

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