128 individuals were detained and 3 were arrested during a large gathering in Syntagma Square commemorating the third anniversary of the Tempe railway tragedy, during which explosive devices were found.
In Syntagma Square, amidst a significant gathering marking three years since the devastating railway tragedy in Tempe that claimed 57 lives, the Hellenic Police (EL.AS.) detained at least 128 individuals. Among those detained, three were arrested for possessing flares and a naval firework, indicating a potential escalation of tensions during the commemoration event. The gathering aimed to pay tribute to the victims and call for accountability regarding the incident that shocked the nation. Additionally, authorities discovered a bag containing 7-8 bottles of gasoline intended for making Molotov cocktails in an arcade on Ermou Street, although no arrests were made in connection with this find. This incident raised concerns about the potential for violence during what was meant to be a peaceful remembrance as the police heightened their presence to prevent any disturbances. The events in Syntagma highlight ongoing societal tensions in Greece surrounding issues of public safety, government accountability, and the lingering impacts of the railway tragedy, which remain a poignant reminder of the urgent need for reforms within the transportation sector to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
