Authorities discovered a large cache of explosives, weapons, and ancient artifacts during raids on two homes in Kalymnos on Tuesday, 23 June 2026. The operation followed intelligence gathered by Greek police, who searched the residences linked to two suspects.
Major Seizures
Among the items seized were:
- 20 kilograms of nitroglycerin-based explosive material;
- 20.26 kilograms of aluminum powder used in dynamite production;
- 5.132 kilograms of gun cotton;
- 44 grams of black powder;
- 162 detonators;
- A slow-burning fuse measuring 17.62 meters;
- Six friction-ignited fuses;
- Two yellow fuses;
- Five smoke bombs;
- Two marine flares;
- Six hunting firearms.
Arrests and Charges
A 41-year-old man was arrested at the scene. He faces charges for illegal possession of explosives and negligent firearm storage. A 37-year-old man is also implicated in the same case, accused of possessing weapons, explosives, and antiquities.
Ancient Artifacts Recovered
Police also recovered two ancient ceramic objects of underwater origin. According to authorities, these items fall under the protections of Law 3028/2002 on cultural heritage. They will be handed over to the competent Ephorate of Antiquities for evaluation and dating.
The 41-year-old suspect is expected to appear before the Kalymnos Court of First Instance Prosecutor.