Greek police bust cocaine ring using liquid-soaked leather smuggling method
Greek police bust major cocaine ring using innovative liquid-soaked leather smuggling method to evade customs. Eleven arrests made in high-tech lab operation.
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Wild fire east of Athens forces evacuations and traffic suspension
Major wildfire breaks out near Athens, forcing evacuation of three settlements. 90 firefighters battle blaze as emergency services issue 112 alert.
Crete: 4 gang members jailed for smuggling ammunition from Albania
Greek police bust major ammunition smuggling ring operating between Albania and Crete, arresting 6 people and seizing over 24,000 cartridges and weapons.
Very high fire risk alert issued for Friday July 4 – Areas on high alert
Greece issues very high fire risk alert for Friday July 4, affecting Attica, Central Greece, Peloponnese and North Aegean regions. Authorities urge caution.
Lesbos: 32-year-old man remanded in custody for stabbing victim 18 times at festival
32-year-old man remanded in custody after stabbing victim 18 times at Greek island festival. Victim survives despite serious injuries requiring surgery.
Truck driver arrested for dumping waste in forest area (Video)
Truck driver arrested for illegally dumping waste in forest area during surprise police operation. Environmental protection laws violated in Greece.
Crete wildfire battle: flames reignite in Ierapetra as winds hamper firefighting efforts
Massive wildfire reignites in Ierapetra, Crete at 4 AM. Strong winds hamper firefighting efforts as reinforcements arrive from Athens. Hotels evacuated.
Martial arts coach, 66, arrested for sexual abuse of teen student
A 66-year-old martial arts coach in Greece was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing his 17-year-old student, exploiting their trust relationship.
Thessaloniki: Two arrested for illegal weapons trafficking
Police in Thessaloniki arrested two men for illegal weapons trafficking, seizing pistols, hunting rifles, crossbows, swords and over €83,000 in cash.
Tzaneio Hospital: Neurological tests to begin in 3-4 days for 62-year-old patient who received wrong blood transfusion
62-year-old patient at Tzaneio Hospital awaits crucial neurological tests after wrong blood transfusion led to severe complications and deteriorating condition.
Fatal motorcycle crash in Athens: Mother devastated as 25-year-old daughter dies 100 meters from home
Tragic motorcycle accident in Athens claims life of 25-year-old woman just 100 meters from home. Reckless driving and lack of helmets blamed for fatal crash.
Shocking workplace accident in Patras: Worker loses hand in press machine
Serious workplace accident in Patras leaves worker with severe hand injury from press machine. Labor unions demand investigation and accountability.