israeli suspected — israeli suspected — An Israeli man suspected of being involved in drug dealing, fraud, money laundering and other offences is believed to be hiding in the north of Cyprus. Matan Arviv, as identified by the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), is allegedly linked to a group of Israeli criminals residing in the northern part of the island.
According to reports, Arviv’s case is connected to a significant police operation that recently unfolded, culminating in the arrest of 60 individuals. Among those arrested were three of Arviv’s brothers, who have since gone missing, raising concerns that they may have fled to the north.
The investigation took a pivotal turn when an Israeli undercover agent infiltrated the criminal organisation. This agent, as reported by The Times of Israel, had spent a year gathering intelligence before executing a series of 57 trafficking transactions involving weapons, drugs, and forged documents across Israel. The evidence collected during this operation has been linked to serious crimes, including alleged kidnappings and shootings.
As authorities continue their efforts to locate Arviv and his associates, the situation remains fluid. The involvement of a covert agent in such a high-stakes operation highlights the complexities of tackling organised crime that spans international borders.
