Greek Police have been placed on high alert following a tense incident on Sofokléous Street, in the district of Nikaia, where a man has reportedly barricaded himself inside his home along with his wife. According to initial reports, the man claims to be holding his wife hostage and states that he is armed. A large police presence has been deployed to the scene, with officers working to manage the situation safely. Reports also indicate that both the man and his wife have a history of psychiatric issues.
Nikaia: Police negotiator dispatched to the scene
The police operation is currently ongoing, and it has not yet been confirmed whether the man is in fact armed. According to reports, a police negotiator and an ambulance from the National Emergency Medical Service (EKAB) are en route to the scene.