Greek police delivered a significant blow to organized crime in Lamia, arresting four members of a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking and illegal arms possession following a major operation.

A question has been submitted to the Minister of Citizen Protection regarding the police's failure to address illegal activities in the Monemvasia castle town, as local authorities reportedly ignore written complaints.

Greek authorities in Athens have dismantled a large-scale raw cannabis trafficking ring. The operation stemmed from the surveillance of a Turkish fugitive, wanted by Interpol for an unrelated case.

Greek authorities have busted a Bulgaria-based criminal syndicate that extorted over €600,000 from elderly residents across northern Greece. The scammers used a 'fake tears, real theft' tactic, fabricating horrific family emergencies to defraud their victims.

A criminal group specializing in aggravated thefts from electronics stores across Greece has been dismantled by the Northeast Attica Crime Prosecution and Investigation Sub-directorate.

The Hellenic Police has received two new, state-of-the-art hybrid patrol vehicles, generously donated by a businessman, to enhance operational capabilities and policing effectiveness in the region.

Greek police have initiated legal proceedings against a national for illegally raising goats, chickens, and ducks on the rooftop of a building in Ampelokipi, Athens.

Greek Police are on heightened operational readiness for the upcoming trial of the Tempi train crash in Larissa, implementing extensive security measures to protect trial participants and ensure smooth proceedings.

Greek police conducted operations in brothels across Attica, leading to 12 arrests as part of efforts to identify victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

A Greek police officer endured a two-year ordeal after an accountant sent him 41,000 emails attempting to start a relationship; upon his rejection, she defamed him by accusing him of rape.

Greek police are conducting a major operation in Attica to dismantle a criminal ring involved in multi-million euro fraud against the EFKA social security fund and extensive tax evasion, with famous models, a reality TV star, and a TikToker reportedly involved.

An operation by the Greek Directorate for Combating Organized Crime is underway in Attica, targeting a fake company ring, with arrests including TikTokers, former reality TV participants, and models.

Greek police officers explain that touching a vehicle when stopping it at a checkpoint is not random, but a deliberate procedure for safety and tactical reasons.

A police operation in Nea Peramos, Greece, targeted illegal electricity connections, leading to DEDDIE employees removing 800 meters of cables used for power theft.

Greek police have apprehended three individuals suspected of operating an illegal family business involved in steroids.

This article explains the specific markings and numerical indications found on the roofs of police patrol cars in Greece, detailing their operational role and significance.

Greek police have detained a 36-year-old Egyptian man suspected of attempted rape and six cases of sexual assault, also arrested for disobedience, violence against officials, and lacking legal residency documents.

Greek police have arrested a man after he was found in possession of more than 56 kilograms of cannabis.

A 41-year-old Turkish national, wanted by Turkish authorities on a red notice for migrant trafficking and other offenses, was arrested in Thessaloniki by Greek police.

Greek police have arrested a Polish citizen on the island of Crete, who is accused of spying on a US military base, according to the ANA news agency.

The Cybercrime Division has filed a regular procedure case against a 34-year-old Greek national for online defamation against Adonis Georgiadis.

A police operation is underway in Thessaloniki and Chalkidiki, Greece, targeting members of the Turkish mafia who have sought refuge in the country, with the aim of locating and arresting those involved in organized crime.

A 48-year-old Sudanese man has been jailed after appearing before an interrogator, following his arrest last Friday for threatening to cause an explosion with grenades at the Greek Police Headquarters (GADA).

A 48-year-old Sudanese man was arrested after threatening to blow himself up at the General Police Directorate of Attica (GADA) in Athens, leading to a controlled explosion by the bomb disposal unit.

Greek police conducted an operation in Attica and Crete, leading to 12 arrests and the dismantling of a criminal organization involved in cryptocurrency fraud.

A criminal organization involved in telephone scams, posing as utility employees or accountants, has been dismantled by the Directorate for Combating Organized Crime, leading to the arrest of six members including the leader.

Greek police have dismantled a criminal organization involved in drug trafficking in the wider Attica region, particularly Western Attica, arresting three individuals in the act.

The Deputy Minister of Education and former Rector of AUTh, N. Papaioannou, is scheduled to respond to questions regarding the degrading treatment of students by the Greek Police in Thessaloniki.

Greek police conducted checks in Athens and Thessaloniki, leading to 19 arrests in Athens where backpacks with Molotov cocktails, firecrackers, and improvised explosive devices were found, and five arrests in Thessaloniki.

Fifteen SYRIZA-PS MPs have submitted a question to the relevant ministries regarding allegations of humiliating treatment of students by the Greek police.

A 64-year-old man has been arrested by Greek police in connection with the sexual assault of a 25-year-old disabled woman in Kypseli. The suspect surrendered with his lawyer after being sought for days following a complaint from the victim's mother.

Dana Eden, 52, co-creator of the hit TV series 'Tehran,' was found dead in an Athens hotel, with Greek police reporting it as a suspected suicide.

Greek police conducted a nationwide operation called 'Spark-Down' to prevent the illegal manufacture, distribution, sale, and use of fireworks ahead of Easter, resulting in 3,660 inspections and 23 arrests.

Greek police conducted a major operation named "Spark-Down" to prevent the illegal manufacturing, trafficking, trade, and use of fireworks ahead of Easter. The operation resulted in the seizure of over 98,000 fireworks nationwide and 23 arrests.

Hellenic Police conducted a dramatic chase leading to three arrests for a drug trafficking ring, seizing over 330 kilograms of raw and processed cannabis.

An administrative investigation and legal proceedings have been initiated against police officers in Greece following a verbal altercation between members of the same unit while on duty near the Acropolis.

Greek authorities have tracked down a criminal group responsible for aggravated thefts from electronics stores across various regions of Greece.

Greek police are deploying increased traffic measures across the country from April 3 to April 19 in anticipation of the Easter holiday period.

Greek police have released the identities of the Vilanakis family members, who are known to authorities for their extensive criminal records and were involved in a 'golden pound' scam in Larissa.

Kostas Karathomas spoke to Newsbeast about the Greek police thriller 'The Secret of the Forest,' highlighting a period of creative and commercial vibrancy in Greek cinema.

Greek police have released details of a 36-year-old Egyptian man, known as the 'Dragon of Piraeus,' who is accused of sexually assaulting at least seven women.

Greek police raided George Tsagkarakis' galleries following an email from a Byzantinist regarding an attempt to sell an ancient Gospel, uncovering complaints since 2024 about a fake art trafficking ring.

A major police operation by the Greek Directorate for Combating Organized Crime is underway in Attica to dismantle a criminal organization that committed multi-million euro frauds, with a well-known TikToker and catering entrepreneur among those arrested.

The Hellenic Police announced the arrest of well-known gallery owner Giorgos Tsagkarakis and an employee, who are accused, among other things, of possessing and offering for sale fake artworks, ancient monuments, and icons. 321 artworks, 4 ancient icons, a Gospel, and amphorae were confiscated.

The Greek Police are implementing an extensive action plan with increased road network checks across the country in anticipation of the March 25th national anniversary.

Greek police have arrested two foreign nationals, aged 50 and 57, in connection with the attempted murder of a 57-year-old in Patisia in November 2025.

Police on the Greek island of Crete dismantled a major international criminal network suspected of smuggling hundreds of Pakistani nationals into Greece using a sophisticated work-visa fraud scheme, leading to the arrest of 21 individuals.

A 49-year-old Macedonian citizen was arrested by Greek police for driving at 220 km/h on the Thessaloniki-Evzoni highway, double the legal speed limit. The individual was stopped on the road leading to the border crossing with North Macedonia.

Greek Public Order Minister Michalis Chrysochoidis stated that investigators are on the verge of identifying and arresting suspects behind the fatal stabbing of a 20-year-old man in Thessaloniki.

The Hellenic Police are advising car owners on measures to minimize the chances of vehicle theft, following a recent increase in car thefts in the region of Western Macedonia.

Greek police conducted operations in Roma settlements in Paiania and Spata on March 4th and 11th, resulting in 16 arrests for electricity theft and the dismantling of 230 meters of cables.

The Hellenic Police have issued a warning about a new SMS scam circulating, which falsely claims citizens have unpaid traffic fines. The messages include a link to a fake website designed to mimic official police portals.

Two middle-aged men have been arrested by Greek police, accused of stealing bags from cars, primarily targeting female drivers, while the drivers were still inside their vehicles. They are linked to ten thefts and one robbery.

Greek police have dismantled a large illegal gambling ring operating across various regions, which reportedly generated profits of €16 million through 35 associated establishments.

A man of African origin is threatening to detonate explosives outside the General Police Directorate of Attica (GADA) in Athens, holding a bag he claims contains explosives. Traffic has been disrupted on Alexandras Avenue.

Greek police have launched an operation targeting a cryptocurrency racket, indicating ongoing efforts to combat financial crime in the digital asset space.

Greek authorities have dismantled a criminal organization that committed phone scams by impersonating DEDDIE employees or accountants, solving 40 cases with an illegal profit exceeding 280,000 euros.

A large-scale police operation was carried out in Dendropotamos, Thessaloniki, by the Organized Crime Suppression Sub-Directorate, involving searches of four homes with a judicial representative present.

Greek authorities are implementing increased traffic controls, urging people to stay home, as road accidents remain a significant and daily problem across Europe and in Greece.

A significant weapons cache, including a Kalashnikov and a scoped weapon, has been discovered in Marathon Lake, triggering an alert for Greek police.

The Thessaloniki organized crime sub-directorate has taken over the investigation into sabotage on the railway network, where unknown individuals cut telecontrol cables, potentially endangering human lives.

As Greek police search for a 64-year-old fugitive accused of attempting to rape a disabled woman in Athens, his estranged daughter has come forward, revealing he sexually abused her as a child.

Ms. Eden, 52, who was also an executive producer of the Emmy-winning show, was found in a hotel room in Athens. Greek police said they did not suspect foul play.

Greek police in Lamia arrested four members of a criminal organization systematically involved in the supply, possession, storage, and sale of narcotics and weapons.

Police in Acharnes, Greece, seized a large quantity of illegal fireworks, including more than 22,000 firecrackers and 300 fireworks, from a commercial establishment.

The Chania Sub-Directorate for Crime Suppression and Investigation uncovered a criminal organization that perpetrated phone and computer scams across various regions of Greece, identifying 28 members.

New evidence has been submitted to the Greek police regarding the fall of a 27-year-old Ukrainian woman from a 4th-floor balcony in Marousi, Athens, who is currently in sedation due to severe pain.

The Hellenic Police (ELAS) released a video message to raise awareness against bullying and school intimidation, emphasizing that 'it's not a joke, strength lies in breaking the silence.'

Three police officers in Kilkis, Greece, received multi-year prison sentences for their involvement in illegal excavations, fraudulent passport visas, and tobacco smuggling schemes.

Greek police have released photos of Roma individuals from Larissa, known for having a helipad, who are accused of involvement in a gold coin fraud scheme.

Modern policing demands more than just street presence, with Greek police officers undergoing rigorous training that includes high-speed pursuits and handling 400-horsepower vehicles to meet the demands of a constantly evolving environment.

Greek police have solved a 'golden' robbery that occurred in Kolonaki in early February 2026, where over 200,000 euros were stolen from an elderly woman's home, leading to the arrest of a suspect after a coordinated operation.

Greek police have publicly released the details of an Egyptian man arrested for attempted rape and serial sexual assault against seven women.

Greek police have arrested 22 individuals in connection with a large-scale fraud case involving an estimated €33 million.

Greek authorities have dismantled a criminal organization that used shell companies to create fake insurance policies, defrauding the EFKA social security fund of 20 million euros, with models, tiktokers, and reality show participants reportedly involved.

Greek police have announced the arrest of a prominent gallery owner and an employee, confiscating 321 fake artworks, ancient artifacts, a Gospel, and a weapon as part of an investigation into the possession and sale of counterfeit items.

The Greek Police are implementing increased traffic control measures across the country on March 24th and 25th, 2026, in anticipation of the March 25th national holiday celebrations, aiming to ensure safe travel.

The service for submitting applications for private citizens to enter the Greek Police Officer and Constable Schools, using the Panhellenic Examination system, is now available through gov.gr for the upcoming competition.

Greek police have dismantled a criminal network that allegedly exploited foreign workers in Crete, with estimated illegal profits reaching five million euros.

Greek police launched an operation in Heraklion, Crete, to dismantle a network exploiting foreign nationals, resulting in 20 arrests. The large-scale operation is ongoing across multiple regions including Heraklion, Lasithi, Athens, and Thiva.

A 22-year-old driver was arrested by Greek police in Thessaloniki for driving at an excessive speed of 179 km/h.

New information has emerged regarding the fatal attack on a 20-year-old in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki, with one of the scenarios being investigated by ELAS (Greek Police) pointing to motives related to football hooliganism, as the victim was a fan of a major team.

Zacharoula Tsirigoti, the first woman to reach the rank of Lieutenant General in the Greek Police, reflects on her 37-year career and emphasizes that empathetic leadership makes a difference for both citizens and officers.

Greek police announced the dismantling of an extortion ring involved in blackmailing shopkeepers, street vendors, and other individuals across Pieria, Halkidiki, and Thessaloniki, with three arrests made.

In a major police operation against illegal gambling, Greek authorities arrested 36 members of a criminal organization and two clients, uncovering a scheme that generated €16 million where players lost 93% of their bets.

A family-run criminal organization that defrauded citizens by selling fake gold coins at below-market prices has been dismantled by Greek police in Larissa. The group's illicit gains are estimated to exceed 1 million euros.

Greek police have issued clarifications denying reports of an inability to make calls to the '100' emergency center in Attica during the early hours of March 5, 2026.

Greek authorities have launched a large-scale operation targeting cryptocurrency fraud, leading to at least 12 arrests and numerous searches across Crete and other regions.

The Greek Financial Police have dismantled a telephone scam ring that defrauded citizens of over 300,000 euros, leading to six arrests in Western Attica. An illegal call center was discovered in the Zefyri area.

Greek police have detained a 36-year-old man on suspicion of spying on a naval base on the island of Crete, a strategic facility for the United States in the eastern Mediterranean, police officials said on Monday. The man was detained at Athens’ airport on information by the country’s intelligence service. Souda Bay in Crete is […]

Two individuals, aged 50 and 49, were arrested by the Organized Crime Directorate in Greece on charges of manufacturing and possessing explosives and incendiary materials, forgery, theft, and weapons law violations.

Greek police in Arta have opened a case regarding a 'romantic scam' (pig butchering) scheme, investigating a series of frauds using this method.

Greek police have arrested a man who was facing a 28-year jail sentence, though specific details of the charges were not provided.

Greek police are searching for 64-year-old Albanian national Mark Preci, who is accused of sexually assaulting a 25-year-old woman with special needs in her home in Kypseli. The incident was reportedly filmed.