Kosovo police, customs seize heroin in joint operation

NEWS 23.02.202223:28
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The Kosovo police said it had arrested seven people and seized more than 80 kilograms of heroin in raids at five locations, including Pristina.

Spokespersons for the police, Customs and prosecution told reporters that the raids were a joint operation. They said that 83.5 kilograms of heroin had been seized at the Djeneral Jankovic border crossing, adding that it was intended for sale in Pristina.

The police also seized two vehicles and are searching for two more members of the organized crime group.