Italian Mafia Drug Bust: 1.4 Tons of Drugs & 384 Arrests
Italian Police Drug Operation – Self-Check
This document summarizes key facts from the provided article regarding a large-scale Italian police operation against drug gangs.
Publication & Update Information:
* Published: 20/12/2025
* Last Updated: 22:31 (Mecca time)
Key Facts:
* The operation targeted drug gangs across several regions of Italy.
* It concluded on Friday, December 19th, 2025 (implied from “yesterday, Friday”).
* Arrests: 384 people
* Under Examination: 655 people (including 39 minors)
* The operation is described as large-scale to combat drug trafficking (Reuters).
Seized Items:
The following table details the quantities of seized items:
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Total Drugs | 1.4 tons |
| Cocaine | 35 kilograms |
| Firearms | More than 40 |
| Cannabis Products | 296 kilograms |
Operational Details:
* Inspections: 312 inspections were conducted.
* Store Closures: 5 cannabis stores were temporarily closed in 3 cities.
* The seized cannabis products initially tested positive for illegal drugs.
Legal Context:
* In June 2025,Italy approved a security decree prohibiting “legal” cannabis and trade in “soft cannabis” (cannabis without psychoactive effects).
Drug Use Statistics (June 2025 Report):
* Approximately 960,000 Italians aged 15-19 have used illicit substances at least once.
* Drug use has returned to pre-existing levels.
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