Greek Authorities Bust Drug Ring That Targeted Minors on Telegram
Greek authorities have broken up a drug trafficking ring that used encrypted messaging apps to sell cannabis and cocaine to buyers including minors in the northern city of Thessaloniki. Three suspects were arrested. Officers from the financial crimes unit of Greece's tax authority, AADE, seized 3.5 kilograms (7.7 pounds) of cannabis and 120 grams (4.2 ounces) of cocaine. The ring used apps popular with young people, including Telegram, to take orders and arrange payment in cryptocurrency, authorities said. It assigned territories to its members, offered fast delivery and used methods to avoi