The Macedonian police made a significant arrest yesterday, March 23, 2026, at 19:45 in Strugë. Officers from the Internal Affairs Department apprehended L.R. (19) and his 15-year-old brother following a strong suspicion of involvement in a serious criminal offense: the unauthorized production, possession, trafficking, and trading of weapons or explosive materials.
A coordinated raid, conducted with a court-authorized warrant, took place at their residence in Strugë. During the operation, authorities discovered and seized a “Dessert Lort” caliber 9mm pistol, along with an empty pistol frame. The younger individual confirmed that he and his brother were in possession of these items without the necessary permits, and he further stated that his parents were completely unaware of the situation.
Separately, on March 23, 2026, at 17:00 in Kërçovë, officers from the Kërçovë External Criminal Affairs Office detained B.B. (52) from Kërçovë. This incident highlights ongoing efforts by the police to combat illegal activities involving weapons.
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Law enforcement officers recovered firearms, rounds, and cannabis in Struga, Korce, and Ohrid.
Law enforcement officers recovered firearms, munitions, and cannabis in Struga, Korça, and Ohrid.