Thessaloniki police arrest 17 in targeted operations

Police in Thessaloniki conducted a series of targeted operations to combat delinquency, resulting in 17 arrests. The actions involved multiple units, including the Criminal Investigation, Immediate Response, Aliens, Traffic, and Thessaloniki Airport police departments.

Key enforcement actions included:

- Narcotics: Two individuals were arrested during a drug transaction, and 34 packages of cannabis were seized. Another man was arrested with cocaine and €4,100; he was already wanted for a drug-related offense carrying an 11-year prison sentence. - Theft: Four individuals were arrested for shoplifting, attempting theft, and the theft of a mobile phone from a pedestrian. - Traffic and Weapons: Three people were arrested for traffic violations, including driving under the influence and driving without a license. A local man was also detained after a replica weapon with BBs was found in his vehicle. - Immigration and Legal Status: Three individuals were arrested for illegal residency, one of whom had an outstanding warrant for drugs, and two others were detained for outstanding court decisions.