Feb 9 • 08:59 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece Naftemporiki

Brutal attack in Florina: Beating of a minor by other minors – 9 arrests

A group of minors and a young adult attacked a teenager in Florina, leading to nine arrests made by the police.

A violent incident involving minors occurred in Florina, Greece, resulting in a total of nine arrests. The assailants, comprised of four minors and an 18-year-old, allegedly approached the victim and physically assaulted him, causing injuries to his head and left eye. The victim was subsequently transported to the General Hospital of Florina for medical assistance after his mother reported the incident.

Following the attack, authorities from the Florina Crime Investigation Unit conducted a search and apprehended the four minors and the 18-year-old. In addition to these arrests, four parents of the minors were also taken into custody, facing charges for neglecting the oversight of their children. This response underscores the police's commitment to addressing juvenile crime and the responsibility that guardians hold for their minors' actions.

The case is now set to be processed through the judicial system, as the related documentation has been submitted to the Florina Public Prosecutor. This incident raises broader concerns about youth violence and the necessary preventive measures to ensure safety in schools and communities, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Greek society regarding juvenile delinquency.

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