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Two Russians Caught with Cash and Cigarettes at Checkpoint

Published March 16, 2026, 14:23
Two Russians Caught with Cash and Cigarettes at Checkpoint

Seizures of illegal products and large sums of cash were carried out at the Agios Dometios and Deryneia checkpoints. During a check on a vehicle with two Russian nationals, duty-free cigarettes and tobacco were seized, along with €150,000 in cash without justification. The women were released after an out-of-court settlement with a payment of €600, while the money was retained for further investigation. In another check at Agios Dometios, a Greek citizen was arrested with small amounts of cannabis, crystal methamphetamine and tools for its use. He was handed over to the YKAN for further investigation. At the Deryneia checkpoint, animal products were seized that violated the regulations of the Green Line. These checks are part of efforts to combat the illegal trafficking of goods and money.