Anti-drug controls have been intensified in the port of Casamicciola, where the Carabinieri of the Ischia company have arrested a 45-year-old Neapolitan for possession of narcotics for the purpose of dealing.
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This is Salvatore Percich, already known to the police, and considered a leading figure in the criminality of the Spanish Quarters, who was stopped as soon as he disembarked from a ferry from Naples aboard his car.
During the check of the trolley, the soldiers found two plastic containers containing 7 grams of pink cocaine and 3 grams of traditional cocaine.
He had cocaine and marijuana hidden in his car
The search was then extended to the vehicle, where, in the fuel tank compartment, two vacuum-packed bags containing 20 grams of marijuana were found. In addition, the man had with him 2.020 euros in cash, seized because they were believed to be the proceeds of the illegal activity.
The 45-year-old was arrested and transferred to the barracks. He is also facing a ban from the municipalities of the island of Ischia, a measure that will prevent him from returning to the territory.
Article published on March 21, 2025 - 11pm
It is interesting to see how law enforcement is stepping up controls at ports. However, there are many questions about why certain individuals continue to operate despite security measures. The situation is complex.