In a significant police operation on Saturday, June 21, 2025, law enforcement officials from the Narcotics Suppression Unit of the Sparta Crime Investigation Department apprehended a 70-year-old local man in a community within the municipality of Eastern Mani. This arrest was made in connection with violations of drug and weapon laws.
Following a thorough investigation at the suspect’s residence, authorities discovered and seized an extensive array of illegal items, including:
– 110 cannabis plants, reaching heights of up to 1.2 meters,
– A total of 235 grams of cannabis,
– One military rifle,
– Two hand grenades,
– One hunting rifle,
– A chemical spray launcher (pepper spray),
– One scale,
– One mobile phone,
– A cash sum of €7,200.
The arrested individual is set to be brought before the appropriate judicial authorities, while the ongoing police investigation and preliminary inquiries are being conducted by the Sparta Crime Investigation Department.
This operation highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat drug-related crimes and illegal arms possession in the region, underscoring the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with authorities in maintaining public safety.
