On Wednesday morning, police officers from the Division for the Suppression and Investigation of Crimes in Phyly, part of the Greater Athens Area Police, arrested a 44-year-old man who was the subject of an arrest warrant for sexual acts with a minor for compensation, as well as for pimping and drug law violations. The investigation revealed close ties between the suspect and a 35-year-old man currently imprisoned in the country, who is the parent of a minor victim and allegedly facilitated or mediated the commission of these acts in exchange for payment.

According to the findings from the police investigation, which utilized various pieces of information, the 44-year-old had been actively targeting and luring minors since July 2025, taking advantage of their economic and social vulnerabilities by offering them money or essentials. This method reportedly fostered dependency and exploitation conditions for the minors involved. The police have emphasized the broader implications of these crimes, highlighting the need for vigilance and preventative measures to protect susceptible youths from such predatory behaviors.

The charges against the suspect underscore a distressing issue of child exploitation and trafficking in the region, calling for increased law enforcement attention and community awareness. As the investigation unfolds, police are likely to delve deeper into the network of individuals associated with the suspect, aiming to dismantle any organized efforts related to such criminal activities. The case raises significant societal concerns regarding the protection of minors and the legislative responses needed to counteract such heinous acts.