Arrest of 13 Turks for Illegal Arms Trafficking in Evros
October 3, 2025
Authorities discovered an arms cache in Evros, leading to the arrest of 13 Turkish nationals involved in a weapons trafficking ring using a 3D printer. The operation was organized by a Greek agency known as the 'Greek FBI.' The detainees were found transporting numerous firearms, magazines, and components without any travel documents. The ring had plans to transport the parts to Athens to construct complete weapons. The operation was the result of surveillance and the utilization of intelligence regarding a large arms shipment.