January 24, 2026

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And at Athens airport, police intercepted a drug courier with more than 18.5 kg of cannabis


On Monday morning (12/15) staff Sub-directories for combating drugs of the Directorate for Combating Organized Crime detained at the airport “El. Venizelos” A 23-year-old foreigner whom authorities say is part of an international criminal network.

Reportedly, the suspect was identified following information received from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) at the US Embassy in Athens. The man was identified immediately after arriving from abroad and stopped for inspection.

During a luggage search, carefully hidden 18 kg 700 g raw hydroponic cannabis (SKUNK). In addition, it was seized mobile phone.

The detainee is delivered to the competent prosecutor’s office.



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