With the arrival of the holidays, the Island of Ischia fills up with tourists and the Carabinieri of the local Company are busy ensuring safety with targeted operations. Between checkpoints, searches and checks on dangerous individuals, the activity of the police forces intensifies to prevent crimes and ensure a peaceful stay for visitors.
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Arrest in Lacco Ameno for drug dealing
In Piazza Capitello, the military arrested Umberto Dotani, an 18-year-old resident of Lacco Ameno and already known to the police. During a search, a hundred grams of hashish packaged in a block, a cell phone containing chats related to drug dealing and approximately 100 euros in cash, believed to be the proceeds of the illegal activity, were found in the seat compartment of his scooter. The young man is now awaiting a direct trial.
Homemade Knife Seized from 26-Year-Old
Always a Lacco Ameno, in Piazza degli Eroi, the Carabinieri of the Radiomobile Unit reported a 26-year-old local man for illegal possession of weapons. The man, stopped for a check, was carrying an 11-centimeter homemade knife kept in his fanny pack. The weapon was seized.
Driving without a license and drugs: another 18-year-old reported
In Ischia, near Piazza Antica Reggia, another 18-year-old from Lacco Ameno was caught driving a scooter without a license and without insurance. During the search, the Carabinieri found a dose of hashish in his pockets. He was also reported.
The control operations will continue in the coming days, with the aim of ensuring a climate of safety and tranquility on the island.
Article published on 10 December 2024 - 09:55
It is important that the Carabinieri do their job well, but in fact the situation seems a bit complicated. We hope that the checks lead to positive results for all visitors and residents.