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Police seize large cache of grenades and drugs in Sweden

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Key Points
  • Police found a very large number of hand grenades and a large quantity of drugs in raids in western Sweden.
  • Two people have been deprived of their liberty, with further arrests possible.
  • A preliminary investigation for serious drug and explosives offenses has been initiated.

Police in the Västra Götaland region of Sweden conducted a planned operation against serious organized crime on Saturday. The operation involved raids at multiple locations in western Sweden, where a very large number of hand grenades and a large quantity of drugs were found. It was well-prepared and involved both regional and national resources.

A preliminary investigation has been initiated for particularly serious drug offenses and particularly serious offenses against the law on flammable and explosive goods. Currently, two people have been deprived of their liberty, but further arrests may be expected. The investigation is led by a prosecutor and is still in an early stage, so no additional information can be provided at this time.

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