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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Case of a famous gallerist: 321 fake artworks, ancient icons, a Gospel, and a weapon โ€“ What was seized by the Greek Police

The Greek Police have arrested a well-known gallerist and an employee for allegedly possessing and selling counterfeit artworks and ancient artifacts.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Checks on the country's road network in anticipation of March 25th

Greece's road network will be under heightened surveillance in preparation for the March 25 national holiday, involving extensive traffic management by the police.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Noted art dealer arrested โ€“ Over 300 counterfeit paintings found in his warehouse

A well-known art dealer was arrested by Greek police for art forgery and antiquity trafficking after over 300 counterfeit paintings were discovered in his warehouse.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

In the hands of the Hellenic Police are two minors for a series of robberies in Thessaloniki

Two foreign minors were arrested in Thessaloniki for their involvement in multiple robberies targeting local stores.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lycabettus: The maneuvers cost him a fine of 2,000 euros

A driver in Lycabettus was fined 2,000 euros for performing drifting maneuvers during a traffic enforcement operation in Athens.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Floridis on fan violence: 'Soon the universe will be dismantled in Thessaloniki' - Investigations into the connection

Greek Justice Minister Giorgos Floridis expressed optimism regarding the state's actions against fan violence during an event in Thessaloniki, stating that significant results have already been recorded.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Zografou University Campus: Arrest of a 31-year-old for drug trafficking

A 31-year-old woman was arrested in the Zografou University campus area for drug possession and trafficking by the Greek Police's Drug Enforcement Unit in Athens.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Police Officers and Constables Schools: Application Submission Available via gov.gr Using the Nationwide Exams System

The Greek government has made the application submission for the Police Officers and Constables Schools available online through gov.gr, aimed at prospective candidates for the 2026 entrance exam and subsequent years.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Creation of a Police Cadet School in Fthiotida

The Greek government has allocated land for the establishment of a Police Cadet School in Fthiotida, following a joint initiative involving multiple levels of government.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
Crime & Justice

Greek man to be charged with manslaughter

A Greek man is set to be charged with manslaughter in connection with the death of a Portuguese man in Kรณpavogur, Iceland, after police investigation into the incident.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Accident outside the Parliament: The 43-year-old police officer has been detained

A 43-year-old police officer has been detained following a fatal car accident outside the Greek Parliament, facing charges of dangerous driving and manslaughter.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Kifisia: A 50-year-old businessman was arrested โ€“ Ancient amphorae found in his home

A 50-year-old businessman in Kifisia was arrested after police discovered ten ancient amphorae at his residence, leading to charges of embezzlement and violation of antiquities laws.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:19 UTC
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National & Local

Shootings in New Makri: Three arrests - The Turkish mafia war under scrutiny

Greek police arrested three Turkish nationals in connection with a shooting incident in New Makri on March 3, with ongoing investigations to identify a fourth suspect.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Shooting in Nea Makri on March 3: Arrests by the Greek Police

Greek authorities have arrested four Turkish nationals in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in Nea Makri on March 3.

Mar 15 โ€ข 11:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Chrysochoidis: It is the duty of the Hellenic Police to dismantle criminal groups hiding behind fan violence

The Greek Minister of Citizen Protection, Michalis Chrysochoidis, emphasized the need for police efforts to dismantle criminal gangs linked to fan-related violence following a murder in Thessaloniki.

Mar 15 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Fatal Accident in Front of the Parliament: 63-Year-Old Dies โ€“ Police Officer Arrested for Homicide

A police officer has been arrested for homicide after a fatal traffic accident in front of the Greek Parliament in Athens, which resulted in the death of a 63-year-old motorcyclist.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Kalamaria โ€“ Greek Police on the murder of a 20-year-old: No evidence for fan-related motives

Greek police have ruled out fan-related motives in the murder of a 20-year-old who was found fatally stabbed in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:46 UTC
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National & Local

Metro: The station in Syntagma will close from 17:30 at the order of the Greek Police

Security measures have been implemented in central Athens, leading to the closure of the Syntagma Metro station from 17:30 as instructed by the Greek Police.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:08 UTC
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National & Local

Golden Dawn: Eleni Zaroulia surrendered to the Pefki Police Station

Eleni Zaroulia, a former MP and spouse of Golden Dawn leader Nikos Michaloliakos, has surrendered to police following her conviction for involvement in a criminal organization.

Mar 12 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Metro: The station at Syntagma closed from 17:30 on the orders of the Greek Police - The reason

The Syntagma Metro station in Athens will remain closed from 17:30 today on the orders of the Greek Police due to increased security measures related to a planned anti-war protest.

Mar 12 โ€ข 07:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Police Headquarters: The Sudanese man who threatened to blow himself up was carrying real grenades - Who is he

A Sudanese man was detained by Greek police for threatening to detonate real grenades at a police station in Athens.

Mar 6 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

An African man threatens that he has explosives in front of the GADA

An individual threatened that he was carrying explosives in front of the Greek Police headquarters, prompting a police operation and traffic interruptions in the area.

Mar 6 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

"DEDDHE Employees" and "Accountants": And Call Center for Fraud, Loot over 280,000 Euros

Greek authorities have dismantled a criminal organization that defrauded citizens by posing as DEDDHE employees and accountants.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Gang Posing as Employees of the DEDDHE and Defrauding 280,000 Euros

Six members of a criminal organization were arrested in Greece for defrauding individuals by posing as employees of the DEDDHE.

Mar 5 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
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National & Local

Massive, daily alcohol tests in the center of Athens cause traffic jams (video)

Authorities in Athens are implementing a strict zero-tolerance policy for driving under the influence of alcohol, conducting extensive checks daily in central areas.

Mar 5 โ€ข 06:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Harry Maguire's sentence

Manchester United player Harry Maguire has received a 15-month suspended prison sentence in Greece for assault, resisting arrest, and attempted bribery following an altercation in Mykonos.

Mar 4 โ€ข 20:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Alarm for the Greek Police and EYP due to Iran - Ongoing meetings, increased patrols

The escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly due to the war in Iran, have prompted Greek authorities to activate a state of high alert, involving the Greek Police and the National Intelligence Service in comprehensive security measures.

Mar 2 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Chalandri: Controlled explosion outside the Russian consulate

A controlled explosion was carried out by the Greek police's bomb disposal unit outside the Russian consulate in Chalandri after two suspicious bags were found.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Thessaloniki: Assault with Fan Motives Solved

Police in Thessaloniki have identified two individuals involved in a sports-related attack in Halcyon, and charges have been filed against them.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Conflict in the Middle East: The measures of the Greek Police โ€“ Increased checks and personnel at airports

The Greek Police have heightened security measures targeting Israeli and American interests due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Tempi: The assessment of the Greek Police regarding the crowd - What they mentioned about the incidents

The Greek Police estimated approximately 40,000 people gathered in Syntagma Square to honor the 57 victims of the Tempi railway tragedy, with subsequent violent incidents involving a smaller group.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Arta: The Greek Police Traces 'Romantic Fraud'.

Greek police in Arta have formed a case file for ongoing fraud through the method known as 'romantic fraud' or 'pig butchering'.

Feb 28 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Leros: Criminal prosecution against the 17-year-old who killed his father โ€“ What he claimed to the police

A 17-year-old from Leros faces serious charges for killing his father during a heated argument, claiming it was an accident.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Moschato: In the car, he had a pistol, knife, and 7,500 euros

A 33-year-old Greek man was arrested in Moschato after police discovered a pistol, knives, and a significant amount of cash in his vehicle.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Saint Panteleimon: Pursuit of a drug trafficker's vehicle

A 28-year-old Greek man was arrested after a pursuit by police in the Saint Panteleimon area for possession of various drugs.

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Kozani: Theft from chapel solved โ€“ Legal case against a 47-year-old

Police in Kozani have solved a theft case involving the chapel of a local church, leading to legal action against a 47-year-old Greek national.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
Crime & Justice

The man suspected of murder in Kรกrsnes is still in custody

A Greek man suspected of murdering a Portuguese man in Kรณpavogur remains in custody as investigations continue.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Investigation by EL.AS in Domokos Prisons - Homemade Knives and Mobile Phones Discovered

An investigation in the Domokos prison revealed multiple homemade knives and mobile phones in the inmates' cells.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Georgiadis: The doctors who insulted me had come to my office

Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis has expressed confidence that he would have been attacked during events at Nikaia Hospital if the police had not been present, addressing accusations that he staged the incident.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
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National & Local

Dimoglides on the General State Hospital of Nikaia: Some wanted to see the minister's head get opened

The spokesperson for the Greek Police commented on a recent protest at a hospital during the minister's visit, highlighting the aggressive behavior of some attendees.

Feb 20 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Andrew is free after hours in a police station

Former British Prince Andrew was released from a police station after being held for questioning regarding alleged misconduct during his time as a commercial envoy.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

New Left on incidents at Nikaia Hospital: When health workers request reinforcement, the government sends MAT (riot police)

The political party New Left accuses the Greek government of suppression and police violence against health workers protesting outside Nikaia Hospital over working conditions.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Adonis Georgiadis on incidents at Nikaia Hospital: My physical integrity was endangered โ€“ If it weren't for the police, I would have been seriously injured

Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis reported that he faced violent protests during his visit to Nikaia Hospital, where he was inaugurating new facilities.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Korydallos: Explosion of explosive device - Damage to houses and cars

A strong explosion occurred in Korydallos, Greece, damaging parked cars and a residential building after unknown assailants detonated a homemade explosive device.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Network trafficked more than 43,722 pills โ€“ One arrest

A criminal network involved in thefts and illegal drug trafficking in Athens has been dismantled following a police operation, leading to one arrest.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki: Police Intervention at Midnight, 38 Arrests

The Greek police arrested 38 individuals following an operation at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki after a film screening event.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Joint patrols of Greek and Serbian police in Halkidiki and Zakynthos - Greek police also in Serbia

The Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dacic has called for simplified checks for Serbian tourists visiting Greece, while joint patrols by Serbian and Greek police are planned in key tourist areas.

Feb 17 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek Police Response to Security Claims in Agios Anargyros: "Intensive Policing with Measurable Results"

The Greek Police addressed concerns of insecurity in Agios Anargyros, stating that crime rates have decreased significantly due to enhanced police presence in the area.

Feb 17 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Argyroupoli: 22-Year-Old Beaten and Robbed

A 22-year-old was attacked and robbed in Argyroupoli early Tuesday morning.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Crime & Justice

Christos Mavrikis Arrested After Gunshots

Christos Mavrikis was arrested by the Greek police after firing shots in his neighborhood and barricading himself at his home.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:17 UTC

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