The trial of the three policemen accused of raping a 19-year-old at the Omonia Police Station has begun
The trial has commenced for three police officers accused of the gang rape of a 19-year-old at the Omonia Police Station in October 2022.
The trial of three police officers accused of gang raping a 19-year-old inside the Omonia Police Station began at the mixed jury court. The allegations report that two officers, part of the DIAS team, led the victim to the station's locker room where they allegedly took turns assaulting her. A third accused is being tried for complicity in their actions. The defendants deny the charges made against them.
In court, the victim described the horrific experience she endured, stating, 'I was afraid I would die' while recounting how the incident started when she approached the officers in Thiseio to ask about any potential issues arising from a labor inspection at her workplace where she was working uninsured. Following this encounter, the officers directed her to the Omonia Police Station where the alleged assault took place.
The implications of this case are significant, as it raises serious concerns regarding trust in law enforcement and the treatment of vulnerable individuals in their custody. The proceedings will be closely followed as they could impact public perception of police accountability and gender-based violence in Greece.