Skopje police seize grenade, pistols, and ammunition in investigation

Skopje crime investigation illegal weapons seizure M75 grenade narcotics trafficking murder investigation

The Basic Public Prosecutor's Office in Skopje has launched an investigation against a 33-year-old man following a police search of his home. Authorities seized a significant cache of illegal items, including an M75 hand grenade equipped with metal pellets for shrapnel effect, two pistols (a Zastava 7.65 mm and a Beretta), and 240 rounds of ammunition in various calibers.

In addition to the weapons, police recovered approximately 7 grams of marijuana. Notably, investigators found a motorcycle key that is believed to be linked to the commission of a murder.

The suspect faces charges related to the unauthorized manufacture, possession, mediation, and trade of weapons or explosive materials, as well as the unauthorized production and distribution of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The prosecutor has requested the court to order detention, citing the risk of the suspect fleeing or continuing to commit criminal acts.

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Basic Public Prosecutor's Office Skopje · Beretta · Skopje · Zastava

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[● 3 SOURCES] Detention is requested due to the risk of flight and the possibility of further criminal activity. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] A motorcycle key found at the scene is believed to have been used in a murder. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] Two pistols, a Zastava 7.65 mm and a Beretta, were seized. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] Police seized an M75 hand grenade with metal pellets and shrapnel effect during a search. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The Basic Public Prosecutor's Office Skopje has ordered an investigation against a 33-year-old man. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] A total of 240 bullets of various calibers were found. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The prosecutor has requested the court to order detention for the suspect. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 7 grams of marijuana were discovered. jorm.gov.mk · skopjeinfo.mk · tocka.com.mk