Police seize drugs, weapons, and cannabis plants in Santorini operation

Authorities in Santorini have dismantled a drug trafficking operation, arresting two men aged 33 and 41. The police operation, which took place on Tuesday, June 9, targeted the distribution of narcotics on the island. Both suspects face charges related to drug trafficking and illegal possession of weapons.

Simultaneous searches of the suspects' residences yielded significant seizures. In the 33-year-old's home, police found 46.5 grams of raw cannabis, seven grams of cocaine divided into small packages, and two digital scales. They also confiscated a pistol, eleven cartridges, 100 euros in cash, and a mobile phone.

The 41-year-old suspect was found to be operating a fully equipped hydroponic cannabis cultivation laboratory. This setup included custom-built structures with shading, support beams, lamps, and ventilation. Authorities seized 26 cannabis plants in development, 248.4 grams of raw cannabis, an air rifle, eight cartridges, a digital scale, 300 euros, a laptop, and a mobile phone. Police also linked the 33-year-old to an earlier incident on April 15 where he and a 20-year-old fled a police check, discarding a pistol.