Drug trafficking cases and new arrests reported across Cyprus

Four individuals arrested on November 5 during the nationwide operation 'Plegma' have been referred to the Nicosia Criminal Court in relation to a 233.5-kilogram drug seizure discovered in February in Strovolos. The defendants, allegedly linked to a 'storekeeper' currently in prison, are scheduled for their first appearance on January 28, 2027. Prosecutors are seeking to keep them in custody, with a court ruling expected on November 11. Authorities intend to consolidate this case with an existing trial involving five other individuals to create a single joint charge sheet for all nine suspects.

In separate operations, a 32-year-old man was referred to the Larnaca Criminal Court for trial after police seized approximately 1.03 kilograms of cocaine, cannabis, cannabis resin, and €21,100 in cash during searches on November 2. He remains in custody. Furthermore, on November 12, a 27-year-old man was arrested at Larnaca Airport upon arrival from a third country, following the discovery of 22.5 kilograms of cannabis in his travel luggage. Investigations into both cases are ongoing as authorities continue to process evidence against the detainees.