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Hunter,  Biden criminal trial jury told ‘no one is above the law’

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Hunter,  Biden criminal trial jury told ‘no one is above the law’

Hunter Biden’s criminal trial on gun charges began with a government lawyer stating that he was being prosecuted for lying on a form to purchase a handgun and not above the law. Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty to three felony charges related to failing to disclose his drug use when purchasing a gun. The trial is taking place in Wilmington, Delaware, and Hunter Biden’s attorney argued that the gun was never used and was disposed of shortly after purchase. Hunter Biden has publicly discussed his drug addiction, and FBI agent Erika Jensen is expected to testify about his messages discussing drug use. If convicted on all charges, Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years in prison.

Long jail sentences for drug traffickers

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Long jail sentences for drug traffickers

Two men, aged 27 and 35, were sentenced to 15 and nine years in prison for drug trafficking, drug possession, and money laundering. The 35-year-old’s property worth €48,900 was also seized. The crime took place on July 31, 2023, when 27kgs of cannabis and 12kgs of cocaine were seized during a raid by the Paphos drug squad.

Huge manhunt launched in France as gunmen kill two guards, free inmate from prison van

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Huge manhunt launched in France as gunmen kill two guards, free inmate from prison van

Two French prison guards were shot dead and three others injured when armed men ambushed a prison van to free an inmate in Incarville, France. The inmate and attackers escaped, triggering a major manhunt led by Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin. The Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti stated that efforts will be made to find and punish the criminals responsible for the attack. The fugitive inmate has been named as Mohamed A., suspected of ordering a murder in Marseille and having ties to the city’s powerful “Blacks” gang.

Two men arrested for drugs in Nicosia

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Two men arrested for drugs in Nicosia

Two men, aged 22 and 62, were arrested in Nicosia for drug possession. The 22-year-old was found with 10 grams of cocaine in his car and 8 grams of cannabis, while a search of his residence revealed 90 grams of cocaine and 60 grams of cannabis. The 62-year-old was found with a half-smoked cigarette containing cannabis and a crusher with traces of cannabis.

33-year-old arrested in Famagusta drug bust

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33-year-old arrested in Famagusta drug bust

A 33-year-old in Famagusta was found in possession of drugs, including cannabis, cocaine, and ecstasy pills. He also had a significant amount of cash for which he could not explain the origin. The suspect was arrested and is currently in custody as investigations by the Famagusta Anti-Drug Squad (YKAN) continue.

33-year-old alleged mastermind of Larnaca drug ring

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33-year-old alleged mastermind of Larnaca drug ring

The Drug Enforcement Agency in Larnaca has arrested five individuals, including a mother and son, in connection to a criminal gang trafficking large quantities of cocaine and cannabis. The 33-year-old suspect is believed to be the mastermind behind the operation. The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of the drugs and if there are other members involved in the trafficking network.

Limassol man arrested for driving under the influence of cocaine, threw drugs from car window

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Limassol man arrested for driving under the influence of cocaine, threw drugs from car window

A 25-year-old man from Limassol was arrested for driving under the influence of narcotics and possession of cannabis. Police stopped his vehicle on the Limassol-Paphos motorway, where he discarded two bags containing cannabis before being apprehended. A drug test revealed cocaine in his system, and he later admitted to the offences. He was charged and released with a court summons pending.