Fire Breaks Out at Korydallos Prison in Athens

A blaze inside a prison wing sparked unrest among inmates, prompting a major response from firefighters, police and correctional officers to restore order and secure the area.

An emergency response was launched at Korydallos Prison in Greece after a fire broke out inside one of the facility’s wings, causing tension and unrest among inmates.

According to initial information, the incident led to a disturbance among prisoners and prompted the immediate mobilization of authorities.

The unrest was reportedly triggered by Turkish inmates following the transfer of a fellow Turkish national, according to To Vima.

Firefighters and Police Respond

Strong firefighting forces were deployed to the correctional facility to extinguish the blaze, while a large presence of police officers and prison staff was established both inside and outside the prison to restore order and ensure safety in the surrounding area.

Authorities remained on alert as efforts continued to manage the situation at the facility.

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