An 18-year-old youth was arrested by the Carabinieri of the Radiomobile Section of the Reggio Calabria Company in Arghillà Nord for illegal possession of weapons. The operation is part of the activities to combat crimes conducted daily by the force to guarantee security in the area.
During a normal check, the military stopped a car with subjects already known to the police on board. The nervous behavior of one of the passengers made the military suspicious, prompting them to carry out a search. It was on the 18 year old a pistol with its ammunition was found, illegally held and ready for use. The weapon and ammunition were seized, while the young man was arrested and placed at the disposal of the Judicial Authority.
Investigations continue to ascertain the origin of the weapon and verify any links with other illicit activities.