Nicosia, Cyprus. Police arrested two men aged 22 and 19 in Nicosia as part of an investigation into drug offences and the illegal possession of a firearm. Both are expected to appear before the Nicosia district court for detention orders.
Arrests linked to separate drug case
Police said the 22-year-old was arrested under an outstanding court warrant connected to a separate case involving the seizure of 230 grammes of cannabis and cannabis resin, as well as 40 ecstasy tablets.
Items reported found during home search
During a search of the 22-year-old’s home, carried out in the presence of the 19-year-old, police reported finding about 10 grammes of cannabis, 12 ecstasy tablets, a handgun, two magazines, 15 rounds of ammunition of various calibres, 100 anabolic steroid tablets and two mobile phones.
Investigation continues
Police said the Nicosia drug squad is continuing the investigation.
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