In a tragic incident in Heraklion, Crete, a 40-year-old man was discovered dead in an abandoned building, known to be a hotspot for drug users. The police detained a 37-year-old man who has confessed to the murder and is also facing charges of theft. Alongside him, two more individuals, a 48-year-old man and a 28-year-old woman, have been arrested for allegations related to exposure at the crime scene.

According to police reports, the murder occurred early last night in the Kaminia area of Heraklion. The fatal attack was executed with a sharp object while witnessed by the other two individuals arrested. The area where the incident took place has a reputation for being frequented by drug users, which raises concerns about the conditions and safety of such abandoned structures.

The authorities are conducting an investigation led by the Heraklion Sub-Directorate for the Detection and Investigation of Crimes. The arrested suspects are expected to be brought before the appropriate judicial authority soon, as the incident underscores issues of violence, drug use, and safety in urban environments.