Chalandri: 78-year-old arrested for car thefts – weapons and ammunition found at his home
The elderly man had been operating since late August, mainly in the afternoon and evening hours. Two pistols, a carbine and 100 rounds of ammunition were found at his residence.
Arrest of 78-year-old in Chalandri for thefts and illegal weapon possession
Police officers from the Chalandri Crime Investigation and Detection Division arrested a 78-year-old Greek citizen on Thursday, 22 October, accused of repeat thefts and violation of weapons legislation, according to In.gr.
The man was caught in the act on a street in Chalandri, at the moment when he was searching for unsecured parked vehicles. According to the Hellenic Police, he had been operating since late August, mainly in the afternoon and evening hours, approaching parked cars in the area. He stole items of value and cash from unsecured vehicles or after breaking their windows.
During a search of his residence, the following were seized:
- 2 pistols, one of which had a round in the chamber
- hunting carbine
- revolver replica
- 100 rounds of pistol ammunition
- 3 computers
The arrested man was taken to the competent prosecutor.
Source: In.gr