Cocaine seizure on via De Sanctis on 23 October 2026
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On the afternoon of 23 October 2026, police arrested two Albanian citizens, aged 42 and 27, in Turin, stopped on via De Sanctis with over 5.4 kg of cocaine hidden in a compartment built into their car. The episode took place in the via De Sanctis area, within the city.[1]
How the stop unfolded
Officers of the Flying Squad intercepted a car travelling at high speed and running a red light on via De Sanctis. During the subsequent check, under the vehicle's glove compartment, a hidden compartment was found containing five blocks of cocaine with a total weight of 5 kilograms and 400 grams.[1]
The seizure and the arrest
During the search, officers also seized over 10,000 euros in cash. The two Albanian citizens, aged 42 and 27, were arrested by police.[1]
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Sources
- Fermati a Torino con oltre cinque chili di cocaina in auto, arrestati — ANSA Piemonte, 30 October 2026