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Firearms, drugs and 160,000 euros found in police raid in Haarlem

Police in Haarlem arrested a 23-year-old man on October 26 after discovering firearms, drugs, ammunition, and 160,000 euros in cash during a house search. The suspect is scheduled to appear before a magistrate this Friday to determine if he will remain in detention.

Police officers conducted a raid on a residential property located at Californiëplein in Haarlem on October 26 following an investigation. During the search, authorities discovered multiple firearms, ammunition, drugs, and 160,000 euros in cash inside the home. All seized items have been removed from the premises as part of the ongoing criminal investigation.

A 23-year-old local man was arrested in connection with the discovery and remains in police custody. The suspect is scheduled to appear before an examining magistrate this coming Friday. The court will determine whether the man will continue to be detained as the investigation into the seized contraband proceeds.

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