A police officer was arrested Thursday evening after officers found weapons, ammunition and thousands of euros in cash during a roadside check in southern Athens.

The officer, who serves in the courts transfers directorate, was stopped Thursday evening by a motorcycle patrol on Vouliagmenis Avenue while riding a motorcycle without license plates.

During the search, officers allegedly found two pistols, 262 rounds of ammunition, pepper spray, two knives and about 8.000€ in cash in his possession.

The case has been taken over by the Internal Affairs Service, which investigates corruption and misconduct within the police force.

According to reports, investigators are also examining whether the officer may have been involved in an extortion ring.