Mykonos Drug Ring Selling Pink Cocaine Dismantled; Nine Arrested

Authorities in Mykonos, Greece, have dismantled a criminal organization involved in the trafficking of 'pink cocaine' and other drugs on the popular tourist island. The operation resulted in nine arrests, with an additional 22-year-old detained for drug possession.

The investigation, which utilized intelligence gathering and profiling, revealed a structured criminal enterprise. A 35-year-old leader allegedly managed drug procurement, transportation to Mykonos, storage, and distribution to other members. This individual was also responsible for finding clients and handling profits. Another 35-year-old associate reportedly assisted with storage, client acquisition, and managing funds.

A 54-year-old woman was tasked with guarding the drug money and transporting profits from Mykonos to Athens. Several other members, aged between 24 and 34, including individuals working as drivers and escorts, were allegedly involved in finding clients, transporting drugs, and safeguarding profits. The police highlighted that some of the arrested individuals had prior offenses for similar activities.

During the operation, authorities seized significant quantities of drugs, including cocaine, pink cocaine, MDMA, and cannabis, along with ecstasy pills and hashish oil. They also confiscated cash in euros, US dollars, British pounds, and gold coins, totaling over 170,000 euros in estimated illicit profits. Additionally, weapons, scales, packaging materials, vehicles, and mobile phones were seized.