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Police Divers Seize 40kg Hashish Worth $500K on Ponza

6/25/2026

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Police divers uncovered a remote sea-accessed cave on Ponza containing over $500,000 worth of hashish.
The Guardia di Finanza seized 40 kilograms of the drug, which authorities said arrived by dinghy from Anzio for the summer tourist season.
Mayor Francesco Ambrosino noted Ponza has only five police officers, a factor that attracts party-goers.
Officials called the seizure a significant achievement that shows personnel professionalism in difficult environments.

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Police divers uncovered a remote sea-accessed cave on Ponza containing over $500,000 worth of hashish.
The Guardia di Finanza seized 40 kilograms of the drug, which authorities said arrived by dinghy from Anzio for the summer tourist season.
Mayor Francesco Ambrosino noted Ponza has only five police officers, a factor that attracts party-goers.
Officials called the seizure a significant achievement that shows personnel professionalism in difficult environments.