San Giorgio a Cremano – Stopped on a scooter without a helmet, a 31-year-old Cuban man with no criminal record was arrested by the Carabinieri of the local station on charges of drug dealing.
The man, who had been living in the city for some time, was noticed by the military while driving in violation of the highway code, without a helmet During the check, the young man's obvious nervousness aroused the suspicions of the police, who decided to investigate further.
Two bags of marijuana and three bags of crack, ready for sale, emerged from the 31-year-old's pockets.
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In addition to the violations for driving without a helmet, license, and insurance, the man will now have to answer for possession with intent to deal.
After his arrest, the Cuban was transferred to a holding cell, pending a conviction hearing. A routine check thus turned into a serious blow to the small local drug business, thanks to the Carabinieri's insight.
Comments (1)
It's strange that a person with no criminal record could be involved in illegal activities, especially in a town like San Giorgio a Cremano. I hope the authorities continue to monitor these situations to ensure everyone's safety.