10 illegal migrants were detained in the area of the "Poda" locality near Burgas, found in a hiding place in a passenger minibus. The vehicle was driven by a 36-year-old Romanian citizen.
The police found that the passenger minibus looked empty. However, they discovered a hiding place located in a natural cavity behind the seats.
The operation was conducted by the Regional Directorate "Border Police" - Burgas, around 2:30 a.m. on March 17.
The driver and the migrants have been detained. They are from Afghanistan and left Turkey about a week ago. A fast-track proceeding has been initiated, and the regional prosecutor's office has been notified. The driver is detained for up to 72 hours. Work on the case continues.