Authorities are investigating the recent deaths of two prisoners at Korydallos prison, both of whom were participating in a drug rehabilitation program initiated in early March 2023. Preliminary information suggests that the cause of death may be linked to the potential use of a dangerous combination of substances within the correctional facility. Investigators are awaiting the results of autopsies and toxicology tests to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the fatalities.

The General Secretariat of Anti-Crime Policy has confirmed that the deceased were part of a collaboration with the National Organization for the Prevention and Treatment of Addictions (EOPAE) to facilitate their rehabilitation. Following the incident, health personnel were immediately notified and a delegation from the organization was dispatched to the prison to assist in the investigation. Initial checks on other participants in the program did not reveal any evidence linking the deaths with the administration of the therapeutic treatments provided.

This incident raises significant concerns regarding the conditions and safety measures in place at Korydallos prison, particularly for inmates involved in rehabilitation programs. As public interest and scrutiny increase, the investigation will likely bring to light the issues surrounding substance abuse in prisons and the adequacy of the support systems available for prisoners seeking recovery from addiction.