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One person charged for 2023 killing of dog in Arachova
A prosecutor has filed charges against an unnamed individual over the killing and torture of an eight-year-old Husky named Oliver in the popular winter resort town of Arachova, central Greece, in November last year.
Plan to revitalize ODOS unit amidst data showing lackluster enforcement of public protest laws
Οut of the 315 rallies held in Athens since the beginning of the year, only 140 were officially notified to the authorities as required by law, according to data from the Greek Police (ELAS).
Bomb blast damages gas station in Piraeus
Authorities in Greece say a powerful bomb explosion damaged a gas station in Piraeus, south of Athens, in the early hours of Friday morning.
There have been no reported injuries. Nearby buildings and vehicles also sustained damage from the blast, which occurred shortly after 3 a.m. on Omiridou Skylitsi Street.
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Athens Half Marathon on Sunday to disrupt traffic
Traffic restrictions will be introduced in the Greek capital on Sunday (March 10) for the Athena Half Marathon race and related events.
Police said the restrictions will apply from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include parking and waiting cars at the affected roads.
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EYP deputy chief replaced to boost fight against organized crime
In a move aimed, according to sources, at bolstering Greece's National Intelligence Service (EYP) in its fight against organized crime, the government on Tuesday replaced the agency's deputy chief, Lieutenant-General Giorgos Kellis, with Antonis Tzitzis, a former officer of the Greek Police (ELAS).
Government sets up task force to tackle juvenile violence
The government set up a scientific committee as part of the national strategy of countering violence among minors, the Prime Minister's office announced on Wednesday.
The task force is composed of eight members, among which are a criminologist, a legal experts, professors of political science, and cyber security, and a child psychotherapist.
Athens car chase leads to arrest of 12 immigrants, trafficker
A car chase in central Athens on Tuesday morning led to the arrest of 12 migrants and their trafficker, Greek police said.
The suspect's vehicle, was deemed suspicious due to the excessive number of passengers and was chased by police, after the driver did not respond to police signals.
Suspicious package prompts evacuation of Thessaloniki Courthouse
The Thessaloniki Courthouse was evacuated on Monday following the discovery of a suspicious package, according to local media reports.
The bomb disposal unit of the Greek Police (ELAS) has been dispatched to the scene.
As of now, no further information is available.
Gunman Kills Three in Athens Office Shooting Before Taking His Own Life
A tragic shooting incident unfolded in Athens today as a gunman, identified as a 70-year-old man of Egyptian origin, unleashed a deadly attack at the office of a shipping company. The assailant, who had been terminated from his employment, reportedly entered the building armed with a shotgun, leading to a harrowing ordeal for those present.
Spontaneous student protest quelled outside Maximos Mansion
Tension erupted outside the Maximos Mansion late on Thursday when around 20 students staged a protest against the draft law on non-state universities.
The students unfurled banners as police swiftly pushed them towards the opposite sidewalk. Following a brief confrontation, police dispersed the students from the area.