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1. Police find cannabis hidden in dog cage during drug bust

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-find-cannabis-hidden-in-dog-cage-during-drug-bust

A 63-year-old man is in custody after police discovered a significant stash of cannabis, hunting ammunition, and cash during a multi-stage operation on Wednesday afternoon. ...

2. How TikTok helped uncover Cyprus' latest drug threat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/how-tiktok-helped-uncover-cyprus-latest-drug-threat

The Cyprus Anti-Narcotics Service (YKAN) has turned its attention to opium poppies following a string of major drug seizures over the past few days, raising concerns about a new narcotic appearing on the island....

3. Four kilograms of liquid cocaine found concealed in airport luggage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/four-kilograms-of-liquid-cocaine-found-concealed-in-airport-luggage

Authorities in Cyprus have seized four kilograms of cocaine in liquid form, marking the first recorded case of its kind on the island....

4. Customs seize nearly €200,000 hidden in socks at Paphos airport

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/customs-seize-nearly-€200-000-hidden-in-socks-at-paphos-airport

Customs officers at Paphos Airport confiscated nearly €200,000 in undeclared cash from a passenger arriving from Ireland....

5. Cypriot FBI launches first major organized crime operation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-fbi-launches-first-major-organized-crime-operation

What sources are calling the first operation of the “Cypriot FBI” took place today during a police crackdown on organized crime. Three people were arrested and authorities issued orders freezing assets worth more than €420,000...

6. Cyprus joins major Europol crackdown as €33 million in illegal medicines seized across Europe

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-joins-major-europol-crackdown-as-€33-million-in-illegal-medicines-seized-across-europe

A coordinated Europe-wide crackdown led by Europol, with Cyprus among the participating countries, has resulted in thousands of prosecutions and the seizure of illegal pharmaceuticals valued at more than €33 million....

7. One of the largest drug seizures in years with 190kg confiscated

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/one-of-largest-drug-seizures-in-years-with-190kg-confiscated

Cyprus authorities have uncovered one of the largest drug consignments seen in recent years, seizing more than 190 kilograms of narcotics during a coordinated operation in Nicosia....

8. Three arrested in Nicosia after Police discover weapons, drugs and cash

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/three-arrested-in-nicosia-after-police-discover-weapons-drugs-and-cash

Police in Nicosia carried out an early-morning, multi-agency operation that led to the arrest of three men and the seizure of firearms, illegal drugs and cash, authorities said on Monday....

9. Police stop massive synthetic drug haul, the largest of its kind in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-stop-massive-synthetic-drug-haul-the-largest-of-its-kind-in-cyprus

Cyprus police have uncovered the largest synthetic drug haul of its kind ever found on the island, after a coordinated operation that led to the arrest of a 68-year-old man in Larnaca....

10. Drugs hidden in plain sight as authorities seize narcotics-soaked paper sheets

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drugs-hidden-in-plain-sight-as-authorities-seize-narcotics-soaked-paper-sheets

Cyprus police have arrested a 68-year-old man in Larnaca district after uncovering a large quantity of paper believed to be infused with narcotic substances....

11. Nearly €200,000 in assets seized after major drug bust

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nearly-€200-000-in-assets-seized-after-major-drug-bust

Authorities have frozen assets worth almost €200,000 belonging to a 34-year-old man already facing serious drug charges, following a deepening financial probe into his activities....

12. Cyprus moves ahead with ‘Cypriot FBI’ to tackle organized crime

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-ahead-with-‘cypriot-fbi-to-tackle-organized-crime

The government is moving ahead with plans to create a Directorate for Combating Organized Crime, a new service that’s already being casually branded the ''Cypriot FBI.''...

13. Man found with 1 kg of cocaine and nearly 9 kg of cannabis in Larnaca field

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/man-found-with-1-kg-of-cocaine-and-nearly-9-kg-of-cannabis-in-larnaca-field

A 42-year-old man was taken into custody yesterday in connection with a significant drug seizure by the Anti-Drug Squad....

14. Crystal meth and cannabis busts net five arrests in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/crystal-meth-and-cannabis-busts-net-five-arrests-in-cyprus

Cyprus police have dealt a double blow to drug trafficking this week, arresting five suspects in Larnaca and Limassol and seizing significant quantities of crystal meth and cannabis in two coordinated operations....

15. 15-year-old girl found in car with 39-year-old man and drugs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/15-year-old-girl-found-in-car-with-39-year-old-man-and-drugs

A 15-year-old girl was discovered Thursday morning in a car in Limassol alongside a 39-year-old man and bags of what police say could be illegal drugs, sparking a major investigation....

16. Drugs hidden in Famagusta forest lead to late-night arrest

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/drugs-hidden-in-famagusta-forest-lead-to-late-night-arrest

A 30-year-old man was taken into custody late Friday after authorities said they caught him retrieving a drug package hidden in a wooded area of the Famagusta district....

17. Police seize dozens of THC, CBD products from Larnaca kiosk

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-seize-dozens-of-thc-cbd-products-from-larnaca-kiosk

Police have seized 83 packages containing substances believed to include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) during a raid on a kiosk in Larnaca, authorities said Saturday....

18. Well, that’s one way to ditch the evidence…

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/well-that-s-one-way-to-ditch-the-evidence…

Well, that’s one way to try and get rid of it… or bypass an arrest — but it didn’t exactly go as planned....

19. Limassol man caught with nearly 200 jerrycans of diesel in backyard

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limassol-man-caught-with-nearly-200-jerrycans-of-diesel-in-backyard

What began as a drug probe ended with a discovery that has police scratching their heads, and could be tied to the high price of diesel....

20. Weapons, drugs, and fireworks found in open field in Limassol

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weapons-drugs-and-fireworks-found-in-in-open-field-in-limassol

An investigation is underway in Limassol following the discovery of a military rifle, drugs, and fireworks in an open area, according to a statement from the Cyprus Police....

21. Postal package packed with pot: Pursuit of person pending

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/postal-package-packed-with-pot-pursuit-of-person-pending

Testimony has been obtained against an individual, and a court-issued arrest warrant has been issued for the person, who is now wanted by authorities....

22. Family business gone wrong as mother and son busted for drugs

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/family-business-gone-wrong-as-mother-and-son-busted-for-drugs

A 21-year-old man and his 50-year-old mother found themselves in handcuffs after an unexpected visit from the Cyprus Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) led to the discovery of illegal substances and weapons in their Larnaca home....

23. Woman caught with €126,000 stashed in bathroom safe, but can’t explain why

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/woman-caught-with-€126-000-stashed-in-bathroom-safe-but-can-t-explain-why

Police are investigating the origins of €126,360 in cash found hidden in a bathroom safe at a Nicosia home, after the 33-year-old woman living there failed to provide a credible explanation for the money....

24. Major cocaine bust in Cyprus, 30kg found in cargo shipment

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-cocaine-bust-in-cyprus-30kg-found-in-cargo-shipment

A large quantity of drugs was discovered by members of the Cyprus Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) following a tip-off and investigation. Authorities seized a total of 30 kilograms of mixed-weight cocaine, found inside a carry-on bag within a shipping container....

25. 35 kilos of cannabis seized at Larnaca airport, 2 arrested (pics)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/35-kilos-of-cannabis-seized-at-larnaca-airport-2-arrested

Authorities seized about 35 kilos of cannabis at Larnaca airport yesterday, following a coordinated effort between the Drug Law Enforcement Unit (YKAN) and customs officials. ...

26. Larnaca customs seizes over 1kg of cannabis hidden in cereal boxes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/larnaca-customs-seizes-over-1kg-of-cannabis-hidden-in-cereal-boxes

Cyprus Customs officers seized over one kilogram of cannabis concealed in a postal package at Larnaca International Airport, authorities announced Monday....

27. Police prevent drug supply attempt at Paphos detention center

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-prevent-drug-supply-attempt-at-paphos-detention-center

Police thwarted an attempt to supply drugs to a detainee at the Paphos detention center on Monday afternoon....

28. Seven arrested for drug possession and illegal employment in Ayia Napa

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/seven-arrested-for-drug-possession-and-illegal-employment-in-ayia-napa

Two individuals were arrested in Ayia Napa for drug possession, and another two were arrested for illegal employment during an operation conducted......

29. Suspicious car in Limassol sparks police chase and drug bust

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspicious-car-in-limassol-sparks-police-chase-and-drug-bust

A 25-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday in Limassol on multiple charges including illegal drug possession, possession with intent to supply, money laundering, and traffic offenses, police said....

30. Elderly couple arrested in Famagusta cannabis haul

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/elderly-couple-arrested-in-famagusta-cannabis-haul

In a targeted operation led by members of the YKAN (Famagusta Branch), a search was conducted yesterday at the residence of a 70-year-old man in the Famagusta district....

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