A large cache of weapons and explosives was discovered yesterday, Monday (4/11), by the Sub-Directorate of Anti-Trafficking and Trade of Objects within the Directorate for Combating Organized Crime in the area of Western Attica.
Following an extensive investigation, simultaneous searches were conducted at three residences and two underground locations in Western Attica, resulting in the arrest of five individuals.
Charges have been filed against them for various offenses, including possession and manufacture of explosive materials, violations of explosives and flares laws, drug possession, and legislation concerning antiquities and cultural heritage.
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Items Seized in the Searches:
- 25 pieces of military-grade explosive material
- 60 kg of ammonium dynamite
- 4 pieces of explosive material
- 7 coils of slow-burning fuse cord
- 2 detonators
- 5,925 rounds of various calibers, primarily for military use
- 2 firearms
- 1 automatic weapon
- 6 revolvers
- 5 pistols
- 1 double-barrel shotgun
- 1 single-barrel shotgun
- 38 magazines of various calibers
- 3 gun silencers
- Crossbow with 21 arrows
- Bulletproof vest
- Fixed-base radio
- Handcuffs
- Sword and three knives
- Air rifle and air revolver
- Large number of gun parts
- 530 narcotic tablets
- Metal detectors
- 3 metal identification machines
- Cash counter
- 57 gold coins
- 510 British pounds worth approximately 420,000 euros
- 2 British five-pound coins
- 2 British two-pound coins
- 35 British half-pound coins
- 5 silver replicas of ancient Greek coins
- 6 ancient coins
- 45 necklaces and pendants
- 32 chains, ID bracelets, and hand bracelets
- 28 pendants
- 37 rings
- 13 earrings
- 16 crosses
- 3 brooches
- 8 watches and watch dials
- 23,320 euros in cash
- Large number of two-euro coins
- 11 mobile phones
- 2 laptops
- Specialized laser engraving equipment used for marking weapon brands and serial numbers, accompanied by a computer
- GPS tracker and handwritten notes
The arrested individuals will be brought before the competent prosecutor.
