A bar transformed into a drug dealing point and clandestine gambling den: this is what the Carabinieri of the Frignano station discovered during a check in Villa di Briano, where they arrested a 46-year-old from the place, manager of a bar, accused of possession for the purpose of dealing narcotic substances e Management of illegal gaming machines.
The operation started with a check at a tobacco shop, internally connected to the bar by a dividing door. At the sight of the military, the owner attempted to evade the check closing the door and making the employees say that he was not present and that only he had the keys.
After being contacted by telephone and having promised to arrive on site, the 46-year-old was so late that the Carabinieri requested the intervention of the Fire Brigade to force entry. Only then did the man open the door, allowing the search to begin.
During the inspection, the soldiers found, hidden in the bathroom, cellophane, plastic material and a precision electronic scale, all elements commonly used for packaging drugs. In a drain connected to the toilets, they were also found several grams of cocaine.
The operators of the also took part in the searchCustoms agency and monopoliesand SIAE and ASL of CasertaThe latter have detected the presence of four illegal slot machines, not connected to the national grid, containing 1.274 euros in cash.
The bar was closed immediately for the precarious sanitary conditions confirmed, while for the 46 year old the following have been triggered arrest.
The joint intervention of the police forces has highlighted a structured illicit activity, capable of combining drug trafficking and illegal gambling, with evident risks for public health and the legality of the territory.
Article published on 5 April 2025 - 13:07
The situation at the bar is really worrying, I don't understand how these things can happen in a place that should be safe. The Carabinieri must do more checks to prevent similar events and ensure safety.