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other 14d ago Athens

Athens Mayor's Office Staff Arrested

A 55-year-old man was arrested in Galati following an incident involving a parking space. The incident occurred in Athens, according to the report. Police arrested an 89-year-old man in a hotel in the Patras region following armed incidents in Evka Keramiku and Efetou in Athens. The suspect was reportedly carrying a loaded revolver and a passport at the time of the arrest. The individual was identified by hotel staff and subsequently detained by police. The arrest follows reports of the shooting incidents earlier today. Greek police arrested an 89-year-old man wanted in connection with two separate shootings in Athens. The suspect opened fire at a pension provider's office and a courthouse. Five people were wounded during the attacks. Law enforcement conducted a manhunt to secure the suspect.
Skai 100.3
other 14d ago Athens

89-Year-Old Man Held After Gun Permit Revocation

An 89-year-old man reportedly attacked several people in Greece, according to Greek media reports. The incident resulted in multiple injuries, including several people being taken to a hospital building. The motives for the attack are currently unknown. One employee was injured in the leg by flying shards during the incident. The suspect reportedly carried the shotgun under his jacket before fleeing in a taxi. The individual arrived at the Court of Appeal approximately 15 minutes after the initial shooting. The victim sustained a leg injury from flying shards after the shooter began firing on the fourth floor.
RMF FM Poland
other 14d ago Thynos

Police Search For 89-Year-Old Suspect In Greece Attack

An 89-year-old man allegedly shot a judicial official with a carbine in Thynos. The victim was struck in the foot and was transported to a hospital after receiving first aid. The perpetrator was reportedly wearing a cap and fled the scene. The assailant left a carbine in the building's basement before fleeing the scene. Labor and Social Security Minister Niki Keramei confirmed via social media that the victim is in good condition and receiving full care. The attacker is identified as a 42-year-old man with psychological issues who left a carbine at the scene. A man shot and injured four female clerks at the Athens Court of First Instance. Andrea Skoutsolambros, president of the Athens Bar Association, confirmed the incident. The motives for the attack remain unknown according to Greek media reports. The specific location within Greece was not specified in the report.
ERT Voice of Greece
culture 15d ago Athens

Archaeological Site Excavation Completed In Athens

Excavations at an archaeological site in Athens have been completed, covering an area of 28,360 square meters. The project included the design and preservation of newly uncovered antiquities. Officials noted the high quality of the work and its cultural significance for the city's development. The site is part of a broader effort to improve pedestrian access between the Acropolis and Panathenaic Stadium.
ERT Proto
politics 15d ago Athens

Judge Issues 2,000-Page Decree In Athens

A judge, identified as Mr. Tzavelas, has issued a decree totaling nearly 2,000 pages. The ruling reportedly states that both the specific charges and the identities of the accused must be clarified. The decision follows a refusal to withdraw the case from the archives, according to the source. The source mentioned the length of the document in relation to previous statements by Idys and a colleague.
Athina 9.84 FM
sports 15d ago Athens

Professional Cycling Event Set For Greece

A major cycling event will feature 510 professional teams and 120 elite athletes across five racing routes. The routes include Piraeus, Athens, Karpenisi, Syllarissa, Volos, Lamia, and Atalanti. The event is scheduled to begin on Sunday at 10:00. The source described the event as the heart of global cycling.
Skai 100.3
conflict 15d ago Athens

Five Injured In Athens Shooting

Police are conducting extensive investigations following a shooting involving an armed individual in Athens. Authorities responded to the scene at the Loukarios building in Protoviki around 10:10 AM. The incident has raised questions regarding how the perpetrator was able to move through the city for several hours. An 89-year-old man entered two buildings in central Athens with a carbine on Tuesday morning. One victim is reported to be in critical condition at a hospital in Heraklion. The suspect allegedly used a carbine to fire shots at the offices of Eukera Keramikos and a wine shop on Louki Karis Street. The incident occurred near the offices of the prosecutor and the first instance court of Doulo. Police are currently investigating the origin of the weapons used in the attack.
Athina 9.84 FM
conflict 15d ago Athens

Two Shootings Reported In Athens

Police in Athens are responding to two separate shooting incidents. One occurred at a building in the Kerameikos area and a second took place at the Efeteio on Louka Kareou Street. Authorities suggest the perpetrator in both cases may be the same individual. The suspect is described as an 89-year-old male. Traffic remains heavy near Vasilissis Sofias, University, and the descent of Kifissos. One shooting occurred at the Evkas building in Kerameikos, and a second took place at the Efeteio on Odou Kareos. Traffic remains heavy near the Parliament on Vasilissis Sofias and surrounding areas including Panepistimiou and Peristeri.
Skai 100.3
environment 15d ago Athens

WWF Reports Overfished Mediterranean Fish Stocks

Approximately 58 percent of fish stocks in the Mediterranean are currently overfished. The data was released by WWF Greece to highlight ongoing pressure on regional fisheries.
Mastodon
other 15d ago Athens

Athens Shooter Fled Scene After Incident

A 90-year-old individual was observed walking through central Athens carrying a carbine. The individual reportedly moved from a new location toward an eatery. No specific charges or injuries were detailed in the report. A man carrying a carbine was spotted in the Lucarios area of Athens. The individual was observed approximately 4 kilometers away from a previous location. Police in Athens are searching for an elderly man who entered the Kerameikos area with a carbine. The individual reportedly caused a disturbance that resulted in at least three people being transported to a hospital. Two armed attacks occurred in central Athens, Greece. An 89-year-old man opened fire at a social insurance office and subsequently at the Court of Appeal. The individual allegedly hid a tumbler in a pocket to avoid immediate detection.
Skai 100.3