Drug trafficking arrests in northwestern Athens 

Five individuals have been arrested for drug trafficking after authorities raided a residence in Acharnes, on the northwestern outskirts of Athens, on Tuesday. 

During the operation, police seized over 1.4 kilograms of heroin, 344 grams of cannabis, 16 grams of cocaine, 3.1 grams of ketamine and several weapons, along with just over €15,000 in cash, four scales, three mobile phones and a safe.   

According to Greek police, the defendants were involved in trafficking heroin, cocaine, and cannabis, primarily operating from a home base in Acharnes.

Investigations confirmed that two of the five arrested individuals were part of a larger trafficking ring, distributing significant quantities of heroin, cannabis, and ketamine near an addiction treatment unit in Athens.

The defendants, facing charges for drug and firearms offenses, were taken to the relevant...