Outside of Naples, drug dealer arrested for hiding drugs in his home.

Naples – A 26-year-old man was arrested by State Police in Fuorigrotta on charges of illegal possession of narcotics for the purpose of dealing.

The operation is part of the extraordinary control services set up by the Naples Police Headquarters to combat drug possession and trafficking, as well as the illegal possession of weapons.

Yesterday afternoon, officers from the San Paolo Police Station carried out a search at the home of the young man, who was already known to law enforcement for specific criminal convictions.

During the search, officers found a package containing approximately 22 grams of hashish, packaging material, and €130 in cash. A kitchen knife with traces of narcotics was also seized from the residence.

Following the investigation, the 26-year-old was arrested and handed over to the judicial authorities. His status will be assessed in the subsequent phases of the proceedings, respecting the presumption of innocence.