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26 arrested in police operation following massive drug haul

Cyprus Mail · 2026-11-05

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• What happened: 26 arrested in police operation following massive drug haul The police carried out “decisive and intensified” action on Thursday to crack down on organised crime, under the codename ‘Plegma’, leading to the arrest of 26 individuals. Among the evidence found was over €25,000 in cash, mobile phones, firearms and drugs. T... • Why it matters: This update may be relevant for Cyprus residents, visitors, businesses or policymakers. • What to watch next: Follow CyprusDailyLife for updates.

The police carried out “decisive and intensified” action on Thursday to crack down on organised crime, under the codename ‘Plegma’, leading to the arrest of 26 individuals.

Among the evidence found was over €25,000 in cash, mobile phones, firearms and drugs.

The operation follows previous action that began in February, which resulted in confiscating 167kg of cannabis, 62kg cocaine and 4.5kg cannabis resin.

Five people are already under arrest pending trial.

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Source: Cyprus Mail
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