Specialized Police Operation in Peshtera Reduces Crime and Improves Order

A large-scale police operation was carried out in the town of Peshtera with the aim of actively combating crime, maintaining public order, and improving road safety.

Teams from the police departments in Peshtera, Pazardzhik, Panagyurishte, Velingrad, Septemvri, as well as from the sectors of "Road Police" and "Specialized Tactical Actions" participated in the operation. The involvement of the criminal and economic police at the Pazardzhik Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior (ODMVR-Pazardzhik) was also a key part of the measures.

The activities of the teams focused on the neighborhoods of "Pirin" and "Lukovitsa."

During the operation, two additional persons were detained in connection with pre-trial proceedings related to a previous fight in one of the neighborhoods.

During a search of a private house, 23 packets containing a brown powdery substance were found, which tested positive for fentanyl.

Cases of illegal trade in branded perfumes and clothes bearing the logos of well-known brands were also uncovered, with 37 items seized.

In another checked house, 1.5 kilograms of dry shredded tobacco without a Banderol (tax stamp) were seized.

Two cases of illegal timber acquisition for firewood were also identified and seized.

Participants from the "Counteracting Economic Crime" sector, in collaboration with inspectors from the National Revenue Agency (NRA-Plovdiv), the Labor Inspectorate, and the Food Safety Directorate, conducted inspections at commercial establishments and drinking establishments. Six violation reports were issued, and two premises were closed and sealed.

Police officers checked a total of 776 vehicles and 920 persons on the streets and at checkpoints.

A total of 107 samples were taken for alcohol and drug testing, leading to the issuance of 17 citations and 217 fines for violations.

The overall goal of the implemented operations is to strengthen order and control in the area and to reduce criminal activities.

Source: Телемедиа - новини Пазарджик