Two Turkish citizens aged 62 And 72 years were detained on Hios with coast guard, with the assistance National Intelligence Service (EYP.)for trying to smuggle 12 500 mobile phones to Turkey.
According to information 62-year-old The man was under the supervision of Greek services, because it is supposed to be connected with networks organized crime In a neighboring country.
The version is also considered that the goal of smuggling thousands of mobile phones was their Transfer to criminal groups of the Turkish mafia.
Ties with the Turkish mafia
Both Turks were arrested for violating the provisions of the law Ν.5222/25 “On smuggling (National Customs Code)” last Thursday (11/09/2025) employees Security department – a regional group to combat drugs (P.O.D.I.N.) Central Limenaeoo Hios, After using information from EYP.
As the coastal guard reported, when checking sailing ship under the flag of Turkey With two men aboard, before his departure from the port of Hios, were discovered and seized 4,000 mobile phones of various brands without legal accompanying documents.
Additionally found Van car typeThe 62-year-old detainee used. Inside, more were found and seized 8 500 mobile phones of various brands.
The car also identified Two invoices/bill of ladingwho have There was no numbering, The vehicle was not indicatedand also Not marked AFM (TIN) sender and recipient.
Thousands of phones without packaging
Total seized 12 500 mobile phones, without purchase/receipts And Without the permission of competent customs authorities for their export to Turkey.
Devices without boxes and accessories; The approximate value of the party is 695 000 €.
Also seized: Two mobile phones, sailing ship, Furgon car, tablet and money in the amount 1 855 € And 2,370 Turkish lire. The preliminary investigation is conducted by the central limenarchy of Hios.
Directorate of Safety and Protection of Sea Borders (δαPθας) Together with Liemenarchy Khios Studies and analyzes All materials in the case to establish the possible participation of other persons in the considered smuggling ring.
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