An anonymous email sent to Greece’s organized crime authorities reportedly played a key role in reopening the investigation into the deadly 2010 Marfin bank arson attack, ultimately leading to arrest warrants for three suspects.
According to information reported by Greek media, the anonymous message identified the three individuals for whom arrest warrants have now been issued, as well as other people allegedly linked to the same group.
Authorities reportedly considered the tip credible enough to launch a new police investigation. After gathering and assessing additional evidence, investigators submitted their findings to the judicial authorities, who approved the issuance of the warrants.
As part of the renewed inquiry, investigators also examined evidence from unrelated criminal case files involving the suspects. By comparing the material, law enforcement officials concluded that the three individuals shared characteristics—including clothing and other identifying features—with people believed to have carried out the Marfin arson attack.
Despite the new developments, the evidence will ultimately be assessed by the courts. Judges will determine the strength of the case against those arrested and decide on their criminal liability.
The Marfin attack took place on May 5, 2010, during mass protests in Athens, when a bank branch was set on fire, killing three employees trapped inside. The case remained unsolved for more than 16 years before the latest breakthrough in the investigation.
